Project Director – Substations

SATIGO; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Director, leading large-scale substation projects. This role is perfect for someone with strong technical and leadership skills, capable of managing multidisciplinary teams. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget while building strong client relationships. This is an exciting opportunity to drive business growth and lead high-impact energy projects, making a significant contribution to critical infrastructure development in the UK.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in high-voltage switchyard and substation design.
• Experience managing third-party contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex substation projects ensuring timely delivery and quality.
• Manage resources and maintain high-quality deliverables.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Technical Performance Accountability

Business Development

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Building Services or similar

Tools

Microsoft Office

Design Software

Job description

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Our client, a leader in the design, engineering, and construction of critical infrastructure, is looking for an experienced Project Director to lead large-scale substation projects. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical, commercial, and leadership skills who can manage multidisciplinary teams and drive business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management

• Lead complex substation projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards.
• Coordinate all engineering disciplines under the Lead Consultant role.
• Take full accountability for technical, programme, and commercial performance.
• Review monthly project cost and profit reports.
• Ensure projects meet financial targets and generate expected profits.
• Build strong relationships with clients and pursue new business opportunities.
• Agree on fees, deliverables, and invoicing schedules.
• Lead presentations and proposals for new projects.
• Chase outstanding payments and ensure all invoicing is completed on time.

Team & Quality Leadership

• Manage resources and ensure high-quality deliverables across all projects.
• Approve reports, technical documents, and team timecards.
• Train and mentor team members, helping develop future leaders.
• Support recruitment and onboarding of new staff.
• Maintain and support ISO 9001 and 14001 quality systems.

Requirements:

• Degree (BEng/MSc) in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or similar.
• 10+ years’ experience in high-voltage switchyard and substation design (up to 765kV preferred).
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Experience working with or managing third-party contractors.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office and design software.
• Professional, collaborative, and client-focused.
• Chartered or working toward Chartered Engineer status is preferred.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead high-impact energy projects and play a key role in business development and delivery.

Interested? Apply now to join a leading engineering team working on some of the UK's most critical infrastructure projects.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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