HV Substation Project Manager | Client Representative

Berkshire Talent Partnership; Oxford; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Talent Partnership is seeking a Grid Connection Project Manager (Client Representative) for a major UK HV substation project, including a 400kV connection. You will oversee planning, procurement, construction and commissioning, coordinating with the client, contractors and stakeholders to meet safety, quality and schedule objectives.

The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), a track record on HV substation delivery (132kV+), and experience as a client

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven track record delivering HV substation projects (132kV+) ideally in a client/EPC environment.
• Experience acting as a client representative or owner's engineer.
• Solid understanding of grid connection processes and stakeholder interfaces (e.g. National Grid, DNOs, ICPs).
• Strong knowledge of CDM regulations, HV safety procedures, and industry standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Project Management qualification (e.g. APM, PRINCE2, PMP) preferred.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to site as required.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Client's interests from planning to handover, coordinating across teams.
• Lead external contractors and consultants across design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop scopes, schedules, budgets, and risk registers to manage delivery.
• Ensure compliance with National Grid standards, CDM and IEC/ENA regulations and guidance.
• Act as primary contact for the TSO/NESO and key stakeholders.
• Review and approve technical documents and method statements on behalf of the client.
• Monitor contractor performance, site progress, and quality/safety/environmental standards.
• Lead site inspections, progress meetings, and stakeholder briefings.
• Support procurement activities, tender evaluations, and contract administration.
• Drive resolution of technical and delivery issues and ensure governance.

Skills

HV Substation Experience

Client Representative

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Regulatory/Safety

Education

Electrical Engineering Degree

Job description

Berkshire Talent Partnership is seeking a Grid Connection Project Manager (Client Representative) for a major UK HV substation project, including a 400kV connection. You will oversee planning, procurement, construction and commissioning, coordinating with the client, contractors and stakeholders to meet safety, quality and schedule objectives.

The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), a track record on HV substation delivery (132kV+), and experience as a client