Project Manager Electrical

Hampshire Recruitment Group LTD; Colchester; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Fuel Card

Laptop & Mobile Phone

29 Days Holiday

Job summary

Hampshire Recruitment Group seeks an experienced Electrical Project Manager to deliver ICP, LV/HV/11kV electrical infrastructure projects from Colchester. You will lead multiple schemes UK‑wide, ensuring on‑time delivery, safety and quality within budget.

The role requires strong client management, commercial awareness and capability to coordinate DNO/IDNO processes, with flexibility for national travel and 47.5‑hour weeks.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering ICP projects incl. new connections and network upgrades.
• Strong track record on LV/HV and 11kV schemes.
• Experience in power, utilities, civil engineering or energy infrastructure sectors.
• Knowledge of DNO/IDNO and utility connection processes.
• Experience with EV charging infrastructure is advantageous.
• Excellent client-facing, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and project budget management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead ICP, LV, HV and 11kV projects from inception to completion.
• Oversee installation of new connections, network diversions, substations and related infra.
• Coordinate civils and electrical integration for large EV charging projects.
• Manage site teams, engineers, subcontractors, DNOs/IDNOs and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and client specs.
• Monitor programme, budgets, costs and commercial risks.
• Maintain strong client relationships as primary delivery contact.
• Conduct site inspections and progress reviews to hit milestones.
• Support planning, resource allocation, procurement and commissioning.

Skills

ICP projects

LV/HV/11kV

power infrastructure

DNO/IDNO processes

EV charging projects

client-facing

budget management

Education

Qualified Electrician or electrical engineering qualification

SSSTS or SMSTS certification

Full UK Driving Licence

NRSWA / IOSH qualification advantageous

Job description

Project Manager - Electrical (ICP / LV & HV Power Projects)

Location: Colchester, Essex
Salary: £75,000 - £80,000
Working Hours: 07:30 - 17:30 (47.5-hour week)

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Electrical Project Manager with a strong background in Independent Connections Provider (ICP) projects, HV/LV networks, and power infrastructure? Our client is a well‑established and rapidly expanding Groundworks, Civils, and Power specialist delivering critical infrastructure projects across the UK. Due to a substantial pipeline of secured works, they are seeking a driven and commercially aware Electrical Project Manager to lead the delivery of ICP, LV, HV, and 11kV projects, supporting major utility, commercial, industrial, and EV charging developments nationwide. Based from their Colchester office, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a genuine family feel, strong financial backing, and ambitious growth plans within the power sector.

The Role

As Electrical Project Manager, you will take ownership of the full project lifecycle, from pre‑construction through to commissioning and handover. You will be responsible for managing multiple power infrastructure schemes across the UK, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver ICP, LV, HV and 11kV electrical infrastructure projects from inception through to completion.
• Manage the installation of new electrical connections, network diversions, substations, and associated power infrastructure.
• Oversee the civils and electrical integration of large‑scale EV charging infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate site teams, electrical engineers, subcontractors, DNOs, IDNOs, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, client specifications, and health & safety requirements.
• Monitor programme performance, budgets, project costs, and commercial risks.
• Maintain strong client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact throughout project delivery.
• Conduct site inspections, project meetings, and progress reviews to ensure milestones are achieved.
• Support project planning, resource allocation, procurement, and commissioning activities.

What You'll Bring

We are looking for an experienced power sector professional who understands the challenges of delivering complex electrical infrastructure projects within fast‑paced environments.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Proven experience managing ICP projects involving new connections, network upgrades, and electrical infrastructure works.
• Strong background delivering LV/HV and 11kV projects.
• Experience within the power, utilities, civil engineering, or energy infrastructure sectors.
• Knowledge of DNO, IDNO, and utility connection processes.
• Experience managing EV charging infrastructure projects would be highly advantageous.
• Excellent client‑facing, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and project budget management experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician or relevant electrical engineering qualification.
• SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• NRSWA, IOSH, or additional utility‑related qualifications would be advantageous.

Flexibility

• Comfortable working a 47.5‑hour week.
• Willingness to travel nationally and undertake occasional overnight stays as project requirements dictate.

The Package

• £75,000 - £80,000 Basic Salary
• Company Vehicle
• Fuel Card
• Laptop & Mobile Phone
• 29 Days Holiday (Including Bank Holidays)
• Ongoing Career Development
• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing ICP and power infrastructure division
• Join an established business with long‑term secured work and ambitious growth plans

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Electrical Project Manager with ICP, LV/HV, 11kV and power infrastructure experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact James Grant at Hampshire Recruitment Group for a confidential discussion