Project Director – Substations

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Project Director to oversee large-scale substation projects. The ideal candidate will have strong technical, commercial, and leadership skills, managing multidisciplinary teams to drive business growth. This role includes project management, team leadership, and ensuring high-quality deliverables while maintaining financial targets. If you are ready to take on high-impact energy projects, apply now to join this dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in high-voltage switchyard and substation design.
• Chartered or working toward Chartered Engineer status preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex substation projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.
• Manage resources and ensure high-quality deliverables across all projects.
• Train and mentor team members, helping develop future leaders.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Degree (BEng/MSc) in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

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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.