Project Manager (33kV to 132kV) Major Projects

Ipsum; West Bromwich; Presencial; GBP 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

24 days annual leave + bank holidays

Option to buy up to 5 additional holid

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development & progression with…

24/7 access to a virtual GP

Mental health support & counselling

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club - supermarkets, phone, &

Life assurance cover

Long service recognition

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Paid volunteering opportunities in our

Descripción de la vacante

Ipsum is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex electrical infrastructure and HV network connection projects from concept to energisation and handover in the Midlands.

You will manage full lifecycle activities, coordinate design and procurement, and ensure safety and quality standards across challenging 33kV–132kV works, while building strong relationships with stakeholders and clients.

Formación

• Proven experience delivering complex HV infrastructure projects 33kV to 132kV.
• Commercially aware with ability to manage budgets, risks and timelines.
• Knowledge of DNO/IDNO processes and relevant standards.

Responsabilidades

• Manage the full project lifecycle from tender handover through design, procurement, construction, commissioning and energisation.
• Deliver HV infrastructure including substations, HV cable works and energy connections.
• Coordinate design activities and technical reviews with stakeholders.
• Monitor progress against milestones and contract obligations; mitigate risks.
• Maintain client relationships and provide project performance reporting to senior management.
• Ensure safety, environmental and quality standards are followed during delivery.

Conocimientos

Project management

High voltage projects

Client relationship management

UK Driving Licence

Educación

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Prince2 Practitioner or APM qualification

Descripción del empleo

Location: Midlands

Employment type: Full Time

Working Hours: 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday

What's in it for you…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP
• Mental 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

About The Role…

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.

As a Project Manager you will...

• 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.
• HSEQ: 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.
• Commercial & Project Performance: 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.
• Design & Technical Delivery: 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.
• Procurement & Supply Chain: Coordinate procurement of HV equipment and materials. Manage supplier, subcontractor and specialist contractor relationships. Monitor delivery performance and proactively manage long-lead items.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure compliance with industry regulations, standards and accreditation requirements. Maintain accurate project documentation and support internal and external audits.

About You…

• 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.

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities…

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.