Project Manager

Fusion People Ltd; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive car/allowance

Bonus

Benefits

Job summary

Fusion People Ltd in the UK is seeking a Project Manager for civil infrastructure within the power transmission and distribution sectors. You will take end-to-end responsibility across National Grid and NGED assets, delivering projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

The role requires travel UK-wide with some site-based work in Gloucester and South Wales, and offers a competitive package including a car allowance, bonus, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience leading civil engineering packages for UK power projects.
• Proven track record with National Grid/NGED civils projects.
• Willingness to travel UK-wide; base in Gloucester/South Wales.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of civil packages for high-voltage projects.
• Oversee budgets, procurement, and commercial management.
• Mentor site teams and ensure CDM and H&S compliance.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering

Stakeholder management

Travel flexibility

Education

Degree/HND in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MAPM

SMSTS

CSCS

Job description

Project Manager - Civil Infrastructure (National Grid / NGED)

Location: UK-Wide Travel / Site & Office-Based (Gloucester / South Wales Base)

Employment Type: Permanent

Package: £85,000 (NEG DOE) + Executive Car/Allowance + Bonus + Benefits

About the Role

We are looking for a Project Manager to take full end-to-end operational and financial responsibility for civil engineering projects within the power transmission and distribution sectors. You will manage multiple civils packages across National Grid and NGED assets, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of civil engineering packages for high-voltage power projects.
• Oversee project finances, budgeting, cost control, procurement, and commercial management.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with National Grid, NGED, and key industry stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor site management teams, safety leads, and sub-contractors.
• Ensure full compliance with CDM regulations, client specifications, and company H&S policies.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in civil engineering within the UK power sector.
• Demonstrable track record managing National Grid and/or NGED civils projects.
• Degree/HND in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent experience).
• Relevant industry accreditations (e.g., MAPM, SMSTS, CSCS).
• Willingness to travel to sites UK-wide with occasional base working in Gloucester/South Wales.

Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability.