Project Manager (33kV to 132kV) Major Projects
IPSUM
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Job summary
IPSUM is seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver complex electrical infrastructure projects from concept to energisation and handover in the Midlands.
You will lead cross-functional teams across design, procurement and construction, ensuring on-time delivery and client satisfaction while maintaining strict HSEQ standards.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Project Manager for 33kV–132kV schemes.
- Strong knowledge of DNO/IDNO connection processes and ENA standards.
- Experience leading subcontractors and multidisciplinary delivery teams with commercial/contract management.
- Full UK driving licence required.
Responsibilities
- Manage full project lifecycle from tender to energisation and handover.
- Deliver high voltage projects including substations, cable installs, renewable connections and BESS.
- Develop and maintain detailed programmes; monitor milestones and risks.
- Act as primary client contact and maintain stakeholder relationships.
- Coordinate procurement and supply chain; manage supplier and contractor performance.
- Ensure compliance with HSEQ standards and governance; maintain project docs and audits.
- Provide project performance reporting to senior management.
Skills
Education
Job description
Location: Midlands
Employment type: Full Time
Working Hours:8am to 5pm Monday to Friday
We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum,you’renot just taking a job —you’restarting a career with real support behind it.
24daysannual leave plus bank holidays
Optiontobuyup to 5additionalholidays
Group Personal Pension Plan
Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
24/7 access to a virtual GPandMental health support & counselling services
Cycle to Work scheme
Discount club -supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!
Life assurance cover
Long service recognition
Enhanced Maternity Pay
Paid volunteering opportunities in your community
An experienced Project Manager with a proven track record of delivering complex electrical infrastructure and network connection projects from initial concept through to energisation and final handover, managing both contestable and non-contestable works across projects ranging from 33kV to 132kV Projects.
A proactive and commercially aware project professional with the ability to build strong relationships and successfully deliver critical infrastructure projects in fast-paced environments.
Manage the full project lifecycle from tender handover through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and energisation. Deliver high voltage infrastructure projects including:
New substations /Existing substation extensions / HV cable installations / Renewable energy connections / Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) / Commercial and industrial power connections / Major Private Infrastructure.
Develop and maintain detailed project programmes and resource plans. Monitor progress against programme milestones and contractual obligations. Identify and manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies. Ensure successful project completion and client handover. Act as the primary point of contact for clients throughout project delivery.
Build and maintain strong relationships with - DNOs/ IDNOs/National Grid/Local authorities/Principal contractors/Designers/Developers and end users.
Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental and quality standards. Oversee RAMS, permits, site audits, incident investigations and corrective actions. Ensure all works are delivered safely and in line with HV operational requirements.
Support project budgets, forecasting, cost control and profitability. Review payments, variations and change requests, ensuring commercial objectives and target margins are achieved. Provide project performance reporting to senior management.
Coordinate design activities and technical reviews with internal and external stakeholders. Ensure designs comply with DNO, G81, ENA and client requirements. Manage technical queries, engineering reviews, commissioning and energisation planning.
Coordinate procurement of HV equipment and materials. Manage supplier, subcontractor and specialist contractor relationships. Monitor delivery performance and proactively manage long-lead items.
Ensure compliance with industry regulations, standards and accreditation requirements. Maintain accurate project documentation and support internal and external audits.
- Proven experience as a Project Manager 33kV to 132kV
- Strong understanding of DNO and IDNO connection processes with knowledge of G81, NERS, ENA, and CDM requirements.
- Experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary delivery teams and commercial and contract management experience.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
- Prince2 Practitioner and/or APM qualification.
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