Lead Project Manager

BGEN Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Project Manager to oversee critical upgrades to National Electrical Infrastructure. In this role, you will be responsible for managing complex multi-discipline design and build projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget. You will lead a diverse team, coordinate across various departments, and maintain strong client relationships. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your leadership and project management skills will be pivotal in driving successful outcomes. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and have a passion for the power and energy sector, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management within power and energy sectors.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills required.
• Knowledge of NEC 4 Contracts essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage key projects ensuring obligations are met on time and budget.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams to achieve project objectives.
• Conduct project reviews and manage risks effectively.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Knowledge of contract law

MS Office proficiency

High Voltage (HV) project management

Planning software experience

Education

Degree in engineering or project management

Electrical/electronic engineering qualifications

NEC 4 Project Management Accreditation

Tools

Project management tools

Primavera P6

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About The Role

As a lead project manager, you’ll be working in a function delivering critical upgrades to National Electrical Infrastructure.

You will take direct responsibility and be accountable for the delivery of several complex multi-discipline design and build projects, supporting a team of project managers and engineers. You will coordinate activities across planning, engineering, procurement, quality, and commercial teams, ensuring all requirements are understood and translated into actionable plans, and oversee their implementation.

Dimensions

Size of projects - up to £5m

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage key critical projects for the Engineering Solutions business unit, ensuring contractual obligations are met on time and within budget.
2. Lead and coordinate a multi-disciplinary project team to deliver project objectives efficiently.
3. Manage commercial, technical, and quality issues on projects.
4. Create, maintain, and drive progress against project programs.
5. Ensure timely completion of project commercial obligations, including extensions of time, contract extras, and claims.
6. Ensure compliance with BGEN processes and procedures.
7. Conduct project reviews to monitor progress, control costs, identify deviations, and manage risks, including change management.
8. Prepare estimates with high quality and engineering standards, liaising with internal and external stakeholders for quotations and tendering.
9. Participate in design development and review meetings.
10. Contribute to profitable performance and financial control of contracts.
11. Attend and contribute to meetings with clients, including kick-offs, site visits, and reviews.
12. Provide regular plans and reports to clients and senior management.
13. Maintain positive client relationships and monitor collaboration software.
14. Ensure safety, health, environment, and quality standards are met.
15. Administer contracts and assist with forecasting labor and managing costs.
16. Procure materials and manage subcontractors.
17. Supervise design integration across disciplines and manage engineering teams for project success.

Essential Skills

• Experience estimating packages of work to high standards within power and energy sectors.
• Effective communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Knowledge of commercial practices and contract law.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.
• Ability to manage projects in High Voltage (HV) substation environments.
• Willingness to travel within the UK; full driving license required.
• Knowledge of Project Management practices and NEC 4 Contracts.
• Experience with planning software and project lifecycle management.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of HSE, QA, CDM, Primavera P6, design processes, and HV transmission.

Additional Information

Engineering Solutions (ES) is a key division within BGEN, operating in competitive site construction with tight profit margins, requiring strong commercial control and compliance with safety legislation. The role involves managing remote teams, assessing user requirements, and maintaining excellent interpersonal skills under tight deadlines.

Required Experience

• Project management, planning, budgeting, construction site management, and experience in the power and energy sector.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in engineering or project management.
• Electrical/electronic engineering qualifications (HNC, ONC, City & Guilds).
• NEC 4 Project Management Accreditation.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Temporary

Job Function

Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

Construction