Project Manager - Grid Connections

Berkshire Talent Partnership; Oxford; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Talent Partnership is seeking a Grid Connection Project Manager (Client Representative) for a major UK HV substation project, including a 400kV connection. You will oversee planning, procurement, construction and commissioning, coordinating with the client, contractors and stakeholders to meet safety, quality and schedule objectives.

The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), a track record on HV substation delivery (132kV+), and experience as a client

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven track record delivering HV substation projects (132kV+) ideally in a client/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.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Client's interests from planning to handover, coordinating across teams.
• Lead external contractors and consultants across design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop scopes, schedules, budgets, and risk registers to manage delivery.
• Ensure compliance with National Grid standards, CDM and IEC/ENA regulations and guidance.
• Act as primary contact for the TSO/NESO and key stakeholders.
• Review and approve technical documents and method statements on behalf of the client.
• Monitor contractor performance, site progress, and quality/safety/environmental standards.
• Lead site inspections, progress meetings, and stakeholder briefings.
• Support procurement activities, tender evaluations, and contract administration.
• Drive resolution of technical and delivery issues and ensure governance.

Skills

HV Substation Experience

Client Representative

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Regulatory/Safety

Education

Electrical Engineering Degree

Job description

About The Role

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.