Project Manager

Hedera Hiring; St Albans; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job description

Project Manager
Location: Hertfordshire | Salary: £60,000 Basic + £5,000 Car Allowance (or Commercial Vehicle)
Company Overview:
The client specializes in providing tailored utility solutions for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects across the UK and Northern Ireland. Their services include power distribution, civil & construction, and consultancy services. They are a preferred contractor for the UK DNO Services.
About the Role:
The client is looking for a Project Manager (Electrical & Civils Bias) to join their team in Hertfordshire, overseeing the Link Box Exchange Programme across two key DNO regions. The role will involve a mix of office-based and on-site work, leading teams, managing budgets, and ensuring smooth project delivery.
Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage the delivery of the DNO Link Box Exchange Programme, focusing on replacing and upgrading link boxes across two key regions.
2. Ensure efficient management of on-site teams, including site supervisors, jointers, and civil gangs.
3. Oversee project budget control and commercial aspects, ensuring the project stays on track financially.
4. Conduct site audits, ensuring safety standards and compliance with traffic management and public highway protocols.
5. Act as the main point of contact between the head office and on-site teams, managing logistics and operations efficiently.
6. Coordinate project schedules and work closely with local authorities to minimize disruptions.

What We Are Looking For:

1. We are looking for an Electrical Bias/Civils Bias (strong preference for candidates with relevant experience in both disciplines).
2. Experience in DNO (11kV to 33kV) projects and a good understanding of electricity networks.
3. Commercial and budgetary control experience, with the ability to oversee large volume projects and manage resources effectively.
4. Experience with traffic management, permitting, civils and managing work in public highways.
5. Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple teams and ensure timely project delivery.
6. Ideally, candidates should be based around Luton, Cambridge, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire or South London.

Requirements:

1. Experience: Electrical or Civils Bias: Candidates should have experience managing projects with a strong electrical and civil background.
2. DNO Experience: Experience working with DNO (11kV to 33kV) is essential.
3. Traffic Management: Understanding of traffic management, permitting, civils and working in public highways.
4. Project Management: Proven experience managing projects with a focus on commercial and budget control.