Project Engineer Integrum · West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire

Opals Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure engineering is seeking a Project Manager to oversee electrical aspects of various projects. The successful candidate will ensure all works meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards while collaborating with design teams and stakeholders. Ideal for a proactive individual with strong problem-solving and communication skills, this role offers an opportunity to impact crucial initiatives in the utilities and energy sector.

Qualifications

• Proven Project Management experience in construction, renewable energy, or utilities.
• Strong knowledge of HV and LV distribution networks.
• Experience in site supervision and managing contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning and coordination.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Engage and communicate with stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Organisation and planning

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Project Manager

Role Overview

The Electrical Project Manager is a critical role responsible for managing the electrical aspects and project delivery of asset replacement, HV and EHV maintenance projects on the new Northern Powergrid Framework. Reporting directly to the Framework Manager, the successful candidate will ensure that all electrical and civil works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications and regulatory standards.

The role requires some technical expertise in electrical engineering, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate with design teams, contractors, and stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leadership
• Project Planning and Coordination
• Site Supervision and Quality Control
• Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance
• Documentation and Reporting
• Stakeholder Engagement

Experience you need to be considered?

• HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or a related field (desirable but not essential).
• Proven experience in Project Management roles within the construction, renewable energy, or utility sectors.
• Strong knowledge of HV and LV distribution networks, project delivery processes.
• Experience with site supervision and managing contractors for electrical installations.

As a person, we would love it if:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to analyse complex problems, make data-driven decisions, and develop innovative solutions to achieve project objectives

Skills:

• Organisation and planning/programme management.
• Strong planning and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

Key Competencies

• Project coordination and delivery: Organise and plan the delivery of multiple projects.
• Safety Leadership: Commitment a safe and compliant site environment.
• Operational Efficiency: Ability to manage resources and deliver electrical works to high standards.
• Problem Solving: Proactive in addressing challenges and providing innovative solutions.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders to achieve project goals.to maintaining

Project Coordination:

• Coordinate multiple projects within the framework, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard.
• Work alongside framework managers to ensure resources are effectively allocated.
• Resolve any issues or challenges that may arise during project delivery.

Company Information:

OCU leads the way in end-to-end infrastructure engineering in the utilities, digital, and energy markets, specialising in safely and efficiently delivering complex client requirements. Our breadth of capabilities and depth of operational capacity, paired with our cutting-edge technology, ensure that we are not just part of the market; we are leading it.

Working directly with many of the country’s leading power, energy transition, water, telecoms and digital clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.