Project Manager

HVSS - High Voltage Systems & Services Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK utility infrastructure firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex projects. You will manage multi-utility infrastructure projects and ensure they are completed on time and on budget. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in the utilities sector, strong client management skills, and a practical understanding of health and safety in projects. Competitive benefits include 25 days holiday, private health insurance, and a pension contribution.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Up to 3 additional holiday days for long service

Cycle to Work Scheme

Private health insurance (50% funded initially, 100% after 3 years)

Qualifications

• Proven experience in utilities, construction or related sectors.
• Practical understanding of health and safety in a live project environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage multi-utility infrastructure projects, from planning through to final handover.
• Monitor project delivery against safety, quality, budget, and time KPIs.
• Attend client meetings and internal reviews to report project progress.

Skills

Project planning

Client management

Financial awareness

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

HNC or equivalent in an engineering or construction-related discipline

Job description

Project Manager - Utilities

Location: Regional (UK-based) | Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Lead multi-utility infrastructure projects that power the UK’s future.

At HVSS, we deliver forward-thinking utility infrastructure across the UK—combining precision, safety, and customer focus. Since 2010, our team has grown rapidly, working across electricity, gas, water, telecoms, and EV charging sectors. With our sights firmly set on continued expansion, we’re looking for an experienced and driven Project Manager to take ownership of complex new connections within a regional delivery team.

If you thrive on taking projects from inception to successful completion—on time, on budget, and above expectations—this role offers a fast-paced and rewarding environment within a company that truly values its people.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage multi-utility infrastructure projects, from planning through to final handover
• Schedule all site and connection activities in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Order materials and equipment to project specifications and ensure timely delivery
• Monitor project delivery against safety, quality, budget, and time KPIs
• Act as lead on health, safety and quality for each project, including the preparation of RAMS
• Manage cost controls, including margin and cash flow, variations and disputes
• Liaise with DNOs, IDNOs, GTs, IGTs, and Water Companies to coordinate final connections
• Attend client meetings and internal reviews to report project progress, status, and commercial performance
• Ensure accurate project closure, reporting, and handover documentation
  
  

What You’ll Bring Essential:

• Proven experience in utilities, construction or related sectors
• Excellent project planning, resource coordination, and client management skills
• Strong financial awareness and the ability to manage project costs, cash flow, and margins
• Exceptional communication, organisational, and IT skills
• Practical understanding of health and safety in a live project environment
  
  

Desirable:

• SMSTS qualification
• Street Works Supervisor certification
• HNC or equivalent in an engineering or construction-related discipline
  
  

What We Offer

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Up to 3 additional holiday days for long service
• Option to purchase 5 extra holiday days per year
• 5% employer pension contribution
• 2x Death in Service Cover
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Private health insurance (50% funded initially, 100% after 3 years)
• The opportunity to lead projects that shape critical UK infrastructure
  
  

Apply now to manage high-impact projects in a business that’s building tomorrow’s utilities, today.