Project Manager - Grid Connections

Berkshire Talent Partnership; City Of London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Talent Partnership seeks an experienced Grid Connection Project Manager (Client Representative) to oversee a major HV substations project in the UK. You will ensure the successful planning, execution, and handover from design to commissioning, acting for the client and ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards.

You will lead external contractors and consultants, manage scopes, schedules and budgets, and maintain strong interfaces with National Grid, DNOs and other

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and PM qualification preferred.
• Proven track record delivering HV substation projects (132kV+) as client rep or owner's engineer.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Client's interests throughout the project lifecycle, from planning to handover.
• Lead external contractors and consultants across design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Oversee scopes, schedules, budgets and risk registers with rigorous governance.
• Ensure compliance with National Grid standards, CDM regulations and HV safety procedures.
• Act as main client contact for stakeholders and internal leadership; review technical documents.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

HV substation delivery

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

PM qualification

Tools

MS Office

Project scheduling software

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Grid Connection Project Manager (Client Representative) to oversee the delivery of a major High Voltage substation project, including a 400kV connection in a National Grid substation. Acting on behalf of the client, you will ensure the successful planning, execution, and completion of all project phases — from design and procurement through to commissioning and handover. This role is pivotal to safeguarding project objectives, maintaining compliance with technical, regulatory, and safety standards, and ensuring collaboration between the Client, contractors, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent the Client's interests throughout the project lifecycle, from early-stage planning to commissioning and handover.
• Lead and manage external contractors and consultants involved in the design, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning of HV substation works.
• Oversee the development of project scopes, schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
• Ensure compliance with National Grid or other connection standards, CDM regulations, and relevant industry standards (e.g. IEC, ENA).
• Act as the primary point of contact for the TSO/NESO, key project stakeholders, and internal leadership.
• Review and approve technical documents, designs, and method statements on behalf of the client.
• Monitor contractor performance, site progress, and ensure alignment with quality, safety, and environmental standards.
• Attend and lead site inspections, progress meetings, and stakeholder briefings.
• Support procurement and contract management activities, including tender evaluations and contract administration.
• Drive resolution of technical and project delivery issues.
• Ensure accurate project reporting, KPIs, and governance to the client's senior leadership team.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven track record delivering HV substation projects (132kV and above), ideally in a client or EPC environment.
• Experience acting as a client representative or owner's engineer.
• Solid understanding of grid connection processes and stakeholder interfaces (e.g. National Grid, DNOs, ICPs).
• Strong knowledge of CDM regulations, HV safety procedures, and industry standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Project Management qualification (e.g. APM, PRINCE2, PMP) preferred.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to site as required.

Desirable

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards it.
• Experience with BESS, renewable energy, or flexible generation integration projects.
• Knowledge of NEC or FIDIC contract forms.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on one of the UK's leading energy infrastructure projects.
• Collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package