Lead Substation Construction Manager

Laing O'Rourke; Grimsby; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is delivering the Grimsby to Walpole GWNC Enabling Works as part of the Great Grid Upgrade. The Section Manager will lead safe, efficient construction activities for substations, coordinating site teams, subcontractors and cross-functional teams to achieve programme milestones and strict quality standards.

The role requires a civil engineering or related degree and proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams on major infra projects, with a strong emphasis on health & safety

Qualifications

• Experience delivering high voltage substation, transmission or major infra projects.
• Strong health & safety, quality and environmental management knowledge.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a defined section of works on the GWNC project, ensuring safe delivery on programme and within budget.
• Coordinate site teams and subcontractors to meet project milestones.
• Work with engineering, commercial and planning teams to drive successful outcomes.
• Collaborate with National Grid, designers and delivery teams to ensure safety and quality.

Skills

Section Manager experience

Leadership and team delivery

Health & safety focus

Stakeholder management

Programme delivery

Education

Civil Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

Laing O'Rourke is delivering the Grimsby to Walpole GWNC Enabling Works as part of the Great Grid Upgrade. The Section Manager will lead safe, efficient construction activities for substations, coordinating site teams, subcontractors and cross-functional teams to achieve programme milestones and strict quality standards.

The role requires a civil engineering or related degree and proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams on major infra projects, with a strong emphasis on health & safety