HV Project Manager: 11kV–132kV DNO Projects

Deploy Recruitment Group Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Deploy Recruitment Group Ltd is seeking three HV Project Managers for a tier-one contractor to lead HV distribution projects across Berkshire and Oxfordshire. The role covers HV cable installations, pre-construction activities for substations and civils works, with responsibility for safe delivery and regulatory compliance.

You will manage on-site delivery teams, report to the Senior Project Manager, participate in weekly reviews, ensure SHEQ compliance, and coordinate cross-discipline design

Qualifications

• Previous HV Project Manager experience on 11kV-132kV schemes
• Knowledge of UK power distribution sector, especially substations, cabling and civils
• Relevant industry/engineering qualifications (degree, HND or equivalent, NRSWA Supervisor etc)

Responsibilities

• Safe, efficient delivery of HV distribution projects in line with DNO requirements, budgets and NEC3 Option A
• Lead on-site project delivery teams with clear objectives and expectations
• Report on project progress, risks and issues to the Senior Project Manager
• Participate in weekly project review meetings
• Ensure adherence to SHEQ rules and processes
• Prepare and review CPPs, RAMS and other permits
• Carry out regular site inspections to confirm compliance and quality
• Assist with incident investigations and improvements
• Manage resource allocation (labour, plant, materials) for all projects
• Monitor progress against timescales and milestones
• Provide cost information to the QS and assist the commercial team
• Coordinate design, construction and commissioning across disciplines for DNO compliance
• Liaise with the DNO and local authorities on project matters
• Act as ambassador for the company and maintain relationships with internal and third-party teams

Skills

Leadership

Site management

Stakeholder liaison

Risk & reporting

Communication

Education

Engineering degree or HND or equivalent

NRSWA Supervisor

Job description

Deploy Recruitment Group Ltd is seeking three HV Project Managers for a tier-one contractor to lead HV distribution projects across Berkshire and Oxfordshire. The role covers HV cable installations, pre-construction activities for substations and civils works, with responsibility for safe delivery and regulatory compliance.

You will manage on-site delivery teams, report to the Senior Project Manager, participate in weekly reviews, ensure SHEQ compliance, and coordinate cross-discipline design