Project Manager - Melksham

AWC Group; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 119,925 - 129,150; Full time

Job summary

AWC Group is seeking a Project Manager based in the UK to lead essential infrastructure projects related to electricity transmission and distribution. With a portfolio ranging from 11kV to 400kV, you will ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget while maintaining high safety standards. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in energy/utility projects, a degree in Electrical Engineering, and project management certifications. A full UK driving licence is required as travel will be frequent.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing energy/utility projects, ideally across electrical transmission and distribution.
• Strong understanding of HV networks and substations.
• Experience with NEC contract frameworks and commercial management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of infrastructure projects across electricity transmission and distribution.
• Oversee projects from initiation to completion, ensuring quality and safety.
• Manage a portfolio of complex projects to deliver measurable outcomes.

Skills

Experience managing energy/utility projects

Understanding of HV networks

Experience with NEC contract frameworks

Communication and relationship-building skills

Planning and budgeting capabilities

Competent with digital tools and project management software

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Project management certification (e.g., APM, PRINCE2)

SMSTS or equivalent safety certification

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

AWC Staff Services are looking for a Project Manager to work with our client in Melksham. You will be onsite at Melksham Substation 4 days a week. You will lead the delivery of essential infrastructure projects across electricity transmission, distribution, renewable energy, and customer connection frameworks. You will oversee projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role typically supports major clients including National Grid, SSE, UKPN, and SSEN, across a portfolio of Electrical Transmission, Distribution, and Substation Build projects ranging from 11kV to 400kV.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience managing energy/utility projects, ideally across electrical transmission and distribution (11kV–400kV).
• Strong understanding of HV networks, substations, switchgear, and utility construction environments.
• Experience with NEC contract frameworks and commercial management.
• Ability to manage a portfolio of complex projects and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Strong planning, budgeting, estimating, and cost‑control capability, including CVR work.
• Competent user of digital tools and project management software.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline.
• Project management certification (e.g., APM, PRINCE2) preferred.
• SMSTS or equivalent safety certification
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel frequently.

Start

ASAP

Duration

6 Months

Rate

£650 - £700 per day (inside IR35)

About You

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