Project Manager – National Grid Project

Fusion People; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utilities recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee a National Grid electricity transmission project in King's Lynn. This role involves managing project delivery, budget control, and compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in HV infrastructure and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary and a benefits package, including a company car and health cover, along with career development opportunities.

Benefits

Company car/allowance

Pension

Health cover

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in project management of National Grid or HV infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of substation, overhead line, or cable installation works.
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary project teams delivering on complex utility frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning, delivery, and financial control of National Grid infrastructure projects.
• Lead site managers, engineers, planners, commercial staff, and subcontractors.
• Act as main contact for the client and ensure excellent stakeholder communication.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Budget control

Health & safety compliance

Risk management

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager – National Grid Project

Location: King’s Lynn

Sector: Utilities / Power Infrastructure (Electricity Transmission)

Contract Type: Permanent or Freelance

Salary: [Competitive + vehicle + benefits]

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and delivery-focused Project Manager to oversee the end‑to‑end execution of a National Grid electricity transmission project, covering substation or overhead line works from 132kV to 400kV. This role involves overall responsibility for project delivery, budget control, programme management, health & safety, and client liaison, with full compliance to National Grid procedures, TP135/TP137, and Safety Rules.

The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the successful delivery of high‑voltage infrastructure projects on time and within budget, while upholding safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, delivery, and financial control of National Grid infrastructure projects from pre‑construction through to commissioning.
• Lead and coordinate site managers, engineers, planners, commercial staff, and subcontractors.
• Act as the main point of contact for the client (National Grid) and ensure excellent stakeholder communication.
• Ensure full compliance with CDM 2015, TP135, and National Grid Safety Rules, including management of the project under TP137.
• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes, risk registers, and cost reports.
• Oversee procurement, change management, contract administration, and cost control.
• Support National Grid’s safety culture by embedding best practice, conducting audits, and ensuring the correct application of permits and safety processes.
• Chair regular progress meetings and produce client‑facing reports and updates.
• Drive environmental, quality, and sustainability performance on site.
• Manage all handover and completion documentation including commissioning, testing, as‑built, and O&M manuals.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in project management of National Grid or HV infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of substation, overhead line, or cable installation works.
• Proven ability to lead multi‑disciplinary project teams delivering on complex utility frameworks.
• National Grid BESC & Persons certification.
• TP137 Competent Person or understanding of requirements and willingness to obtain.
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme).
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management.
• EUSR SHEA Power, National Water Hygiene, and First Aid certification.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts, project controls, and stakeholder management.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Attributes

• Chartered status (e.g. CEng, MCIOB, MAPM) or working toward it.
• Proficient in Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar planning software.
• Experience delivering turnkey HV or substation works as a principal contractor.
• Ability to contribute to tendering, work winning, and client presentations.
• Experience managing commissioning and energisation activities in regulated environments.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead critical energy infrastructure projects shaping the UK power network.
• A collaborative and forward‑thinking team culture.
• Excellent training, development, and progression opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package including company car/allowance, pension, health cover, and expenses.

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