Power Distribution Project Manager — Lead & Deliver Excellence

Ipsum; Barnham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 annual leave + bank holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development & progression

Mental health support & counselling

Cycle to Work

Discount club

Life assurance

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Long service recognition

Local social committees

Regular social events

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Ipsum, a leading Power Division contractor, seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead site operations, manage contracts, and drive strategic delivery. You will ensure safety, quality, and financial targets are met while delivering projects on time and within budget.

Join a team with strong client relationships and opportunities for professional development, including qualifications. The role requires driving, leadership, and proactive problem solving in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• ONC/HNC Electrical Engineering preferred; C&G 232 or equivalent essential.
• ISOH Managing Safely qualification is preferred.
• Experience in a contract/Project Management role within the power sector, ideally UKPN-related.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day site staff, subcontractors, vehicles and equipment, resolving issues promptly.
• Monitor safety, quality and environmental performance across projects.
• Ensure incidents are reported and investigated with remedies implemented.
• Survey and quote projects based on a contract schedule of rates.
• Ensure resources are adequate and projects are delivered economically and on time.
• Maintain Ipsumpower and UK Power Networks policy compliance and drive improvements.
• Manage client reporting and liaison, progress meetings and audits.

Skills

Project Management

Power Distribution

Contract Management

Health & Safety

Client Liaison

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Time Management

Team Leadership

Education

ONC / HNC Electrical Engineering

C&G 232

ISOH Managing Safely

Job description

Ipsum, a leading Power Division contractor, seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead site operations, manage contracts, and drive strategic delivery. You will ensure safety, quality, and financial targets are met while delivering projects on time and within budget.

Join a team with strong client relationships and opportunities for professional development, including qualifications. The role requires driving, leadership, and proactive problem solving in a fast-paced environment.