Major Projects Manager

Samuel Knight International; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in high-voltage infrastructure seeks a Project Manager to oversee major projects in the UK. This role involves managing project delivery from planning to commissioning while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards. The successful candidate will have project delivery experience in private networks or renewable energy at 33kV and 132kV.

Benefits

Full project ownership with support from an experienced technical team

Collaborative work environment focusing on quality and safety

Qualifications

• Experience managing technical field teams and subcontractors.
• Strong knowledge of current health & safety legislation.
• Ability to interpret technical diagrams and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage major high-voltage projects involving new connections and installations.
• Serve as the main technical point of contact for clients and project stakeholders.
• Conduct performance reviews and oversee quality inspections.

Skills

Project delivery experience

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Organisational capabilities

Education

HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Project Manager – Major HV Projects (m/f/d)

Norfolk | Permanent | 33kV & 132kV Connections

We are partnering with a specialist HV contractor delivering complex high-voltage infrastructure and private network projects across the UK. They are seeking a Project Manager to lead the delivery of major connections and installations at 33kV and 132kV, managing all aspects from planning through to commissioning.

This is a key opportunity to join a dynamic, growing business with a strong reputation in HV infrastructure and client-focused delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage major high-voltage projects involving new connections and installations

• Serve as the main technical point of contact for clients and project stakeholders

• Develop detailed programmes of works and manage resources accordingly

• Define project deliverables, material requirements, and subcontractor scopes

• Lead the preparation of RAMS, job instructions, and work packages

• Coordinate technicians, craftspeople, and subcontractors on-site

• Conduct performance reviews and oversee quality inspections

• Manage project change, risk, and budget controls

• Ensure compliance with safety and technical regulations across all works

• Maintain clear communication with clients, ensuring delivery expectations are met

Ideal Background

• HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering (ideally Power Distribution)

• Project delivery experience within Private Networks and/or Renewable Energy at 33kV and 132kV

• Strong knowledge of current health & safety legislation

• Experience managing technical field teams and subcontractors

• Ability to interpret technical diagrams and documentation

• Proven problem-solver with strong organisational and planning capabilities

• Excellent communication and decision-making skills

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to manage flagship HV projects across the UK

• Stable and growing contractor with a strong customer focus

• Full project ownership with support from an experienced technical team

• Collaborative work environment with emphasis on quality and safety

Apply now if you’re ready to lead major high-voltage projects from the front and help shape the UK’s grid and private network landscape.