Manager – Power & Utilities Projects

Moriati Digital Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in London is seeking a professional with a background in project finance and infrastructure advisory. You will play a key role in supporting high-profile assignments across the energy sector, build client relationships, and mentor junior team members. Ideal candidates have solid communication, analytical skills, and a degree in finance or related fields. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from £70k to £85k depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Background in project finance, infrastructure advisory, or financial consulting.
• Proficiency in developing or reviewing financial models.
• Knowledge of alternative funding mechanisms such as CfD, RAB, PPA.

Responsibilities

• Build strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor.
• Support the development of proposals, bid writing, and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Mentor and guide junior team members.

Skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset

Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

Commercially astute and client focused

Collaborative team player with leadership potential

Education

Degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or Business

Professional qualification (ACA, CFA, CIMA) or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Locations: London, United Kingdom.

Company: Big Four Firm

Salary: 70k to 85k depending on experience

As part of the P&U Projects practice, you will play a key role in supporting high-profile assignments across the energy and utilities sector. Projects have included hydrogen business models, nuclear programmes (e.g. Sizewell C, Hinkley Point C, Small Modular Reactors), large-scale water infrastructure (e.g. Thames Tideway Tunnel, Direct Procurement for Customers), offshore transmission projects, and interconnector investments.

What you’ll be doing:

• Build strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor across infrastructure projects.
• Support the development of proposals, bid writing, and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, contributing to the growth of the practice.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across other service lines (e.g. M&A, Tax, Due Diligence) to deliver integrated solutions.
• Contribute to business development activities and thought leadership in the utility’s infrastructure space.

What you’ll need:

• Background in project finance, infrastructure advisory, or financial consulting.
• Proficiency in developing or reviewing financial models (e.g. PFI, RAB-based models).
• Knowledge of alternative funding mechanisms such as CfD, RAB, PPA, PF2.
• Understanding of financing structures, contract terms (e.g. NEC4), and risk allocation in infrastructure projects.
• Awareness of the UK regulatory landscape in water, energy networks, or nuclear sectors.
• Strong skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and report writing.
• Ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities, and to build lasting relationships with clients, investors, and regulators.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or Business (or equivalent).
• Professional qualification (ACA, CFA, CIMA) or equivalent experience preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Commercially astute, proactive, and client focused.
• A collaborative team player with leadership potential.
• Comfortable working across disciplines such as finance, legal, and engineering.