Project Manager

UK Power Networks; Bury St Edmunds; Hybrid; GBP 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in Bury St Edmunds is seeking a skilled Project Manager to drive major construction projects from inception to completion. This role offers a competitive salary of £80,574 and a comprehensive benefits package, including 25 days annual leave, private medical cover, and flexible working arrangements. Ideal candidates will hold a formal qualification in project management or engineering, with a proven track record in managing infrastructure projects. Apply by 07/12/2025 to join our team.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym memberships

Generous annual leave

Qualifications

• Formal qualification from a recognised Project Management or construction professional body.
• Proven track record in project management or electrical distribution infrastructures.
• Experience with construction management best practices and safety qualifications such as IOSH Managing Safely.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams and coordinate all facets of project delivery.
• Produce delivery plans, manage project programmes, and provide comprehensive reports.
• Ensure construction assurance, resource and material management, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Resource forecasting

Cost management

Education

APM PMQ or higher or HNC in Electrical or Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you seeking a pivotal role in driving and assuring major construction projects from inception to completion? UK Power Networks are looking for an exceptional Project Manager to join their Capital Programme team in Bury St Edmunds. This is a permanent opportunity where you'll contribute to the transformation of our infrastructure and ensure projects are delivered successfully, safely, and to the highest standards.

As our Project Manager, you'll lead multi-disciplinary teams and coordinate all facets of project delivery-planning, resource forecasting, cost management, and contractor performance. You'll work closely with specialists across Design, Infrastructure Planning, Procurement, Supply Chain, Network Operations and Asset Management, ensuring seamless collaboration throughout every phase. You'll produce delivery plans, manage project programmes, and provide comprehensive reports, all while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and customer service. Your responsibilities will include construction assurance, resource and material management, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory compliance-from Gate B approval through to project execution and completion. You'll undertake audits, site safety inspections, and reporting, making certain every project milestone is achieved.

Alongside a competitive salary of £80,574 and a 3% bonus, you'll enjoy a generous benefits package: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, additional reservist leave, private medical cover, personal pension contributions with matched company rates, tenancy deposit and season ticket loan schemes, and access to tax-efficient initiatives such as Cycle to Work and Green Car Leasing. Our 'Switched On' scheme offers exclusive discounts at hundreds of retailers, and you'll benefit from occupational health support, discounted gym memberships, and our Employee Assistance Programme. After a successful probation period, you'll have the flexibility to work three days in the office and two days remotely, supporting work-life balance.

We're looking for applicants with a formal qualification from a recognised Project Management or construction professional body (APM PMQ or higher), or a HNC in Electrical or Civil Engineering. If you have a proven track record in project management or electrical distribution infrastructures, we welcome your application-even if you hold a lesser qualification. Experience with construction management best practice, safety qualifications such as IOSH Managing Safely, and familiarity with CDM 2015 regulations and ISO9001 processes are advantageous. Knowledge of Primavera P6, online project collaboration tools, Microsoft Project and Office, and the EHV distribution network will be highly regarded. Ready to take the next step in your career and make a tangible difference? Apply by 07/12/2025 to join our team and power a brighter future. Click apply to view the full job description via our careers page.