HV Substation Project Manager – Hybrid, Flexible Hours

WSP; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Thrive programme

Virtual GP service

Gymflex scheme

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Project Manager (HV/EHV) to join our UK Transmission and Distribution team. You will lead pre-construction and construction activities for large-scale high voltage infrastructure from design to energisation, covering 33kV to 400kV substations and grid connections.

Applicants should have an HNC in Electrical Engineering with 2+ years of HV experience, and be able to act as Designer or Principal Designer under CDM regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC in Electrical Engineering, with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working on HV substation projects.
• Understanding of electrical distribution plant items operations, controls and associated systems such as switchgear, Protection, Power Transformers and Underground power cables.
• Good understanding of the H&S and CDM requirements for projects.
• An ability to undertake the role of Designer and/or Principal Designer under the CDM regulations.
• An ability to interpret technical documentation relating to the design of electrical substations.
• The ability to travel as per project needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop HV projects (up to and including 20kV) initial functional requirement into compliant cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Project manage the development and delivery of small/medium HV projects (cable, plant and civil) to time, cost, safety and quality.
• Interface with customers as well as internal and external resources to develop and deliver HV projects.
• Undertake the role of CDM Designer and/or Principal Designer for developed HV projects.
• Effectively communicate with internal engineering and industrial resource.
• Coordinate external service providers and administer commercial.

Skills

HV experience

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Job description

WSP is seeking a Project Manager (HV/EHV) to join our UK Transmission and Distribution team. You will lead pre-construction and construction activities for large-scale high voltage infrastructure from design to energisation, covering 33kV to 400kV substations and grid connections.

Applicants should have an HNC in Electrical Engineering with 2+ years of HV experience, and be able to act as Designer or Principal Designer under CDM regulations.