Project Manager

Fortiva Retail Credit; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortiva Limited in London is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a high‑voltage cable installation across four London boroughs. You will oversee end‑to‑end delivery from excavation to commissioning, coordinating multiple work streams and utility partners to keep disruption to a minimum.

The ideal candidate will have proven infrastructure project delivery experience, a strong grasp of HV electrical works, and a track record of coordinating contractors and stakeholders in urban

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience delivering large-scale infrastructure or construction projects.
• Strong understanding of high-voltage electrical works or related utility infrastructure.
• Experience coordinating multiple contractors and utility companies on complex, multi-site projects.
• Experience managing stakeholder engagement in urban environments with high community impact.
• Excellent planning, scheduling, and risk management skills with adaptability to changing site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of high-voltage cable installation across four London boroughs, from excavation through connection and commissioning.
• Coordinate multiple work streams including road works, joint bay installation, and utility company activities to reduce disruption and improve efficiency.
• Manage stakeholder relationships across local authorities, utility partners, residents, and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Infrastructure projects

HV electrical works

Contractor coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Planning & risk management

Education

PMI/PRINCE2/PMP certification

Construction management

Electrical engineering

Job description

Project Manager – London

Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.

Contract Role

Estimated 12 month assignment

Outside IR35 dependent on a full determination

Rate negotiable

Are you an experienced Project Manager that has led cabling, street works or civil projects?

Do you have a strong background in managing large-scale infrastructure projects?

Are you ready to oversee a significant high-voltage cable installation project across London?

An established contractor is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead a critical infrastructure project involving the installation of 132kV high-voltage cables across London. This role offers the chance to manage complex coordination between multiple teams, utility companies, and stakeholders, ensuring that essential cabling works and related construction activities are delivered safely, on schedule, and with minimal disruption.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of high-voltage cable installation across four London boroughs, from excavation through to connection and commissioning.
• Coordinate multiple work streams including road works, joint bay installation, and utility company activities to reduce disruption and improve efficiency.
• Manage stakeholder relationships across local authorities, utility partners, residents, and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills And Experience

• Proven project management experience delivering large-scale infrastructure or construction projects.
• Strong understanding of high-voltage electrical works, underground cable installation, or related utility infrastructure.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple contractors and utility companies on complex, multi-site projects.
• Experience managing stakeholder engagement in urban environments with high community impact.
• Excellent planning, scheduling, and risk management skills with the ability to adapt to changing site conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2 certification.
• Qualification or accreditation in construction management, civil engineering, or electrical engineering.
• Previous experience managing utility infrastructure projects (ideally cable or street works).

Our client is a leading contractor with a reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects. With a focus on safety, efficiency, and minimal disruption, this role offers a dynamic and supportive environment for a seasoned Project Manager to thrive.

This vacancy is being advertised by Fortiva Limited, acting as an employment agency for permanent roles or an employment business for temporary roles.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.