Senior HV Substation Construction Lead – 400kV Projects

Morson Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Group is seeking an experienced HV Electrical Construction Manager to lead the delivery of major 400kV AIS/GIS substations across UK projects. You will oversee installation of high‑voltage equipment, manage electrical subcontractors and site teams, and ensure safe handover through energisation.

The role requires practical delivery experience in transmission projects, with strong RAMS and method statement capabilities and a proactive approach to safety, quality and interface management

Qualifications

• Significant experience delivering HV/EHV substation installation projects.
• Proven experience managing physical installation of substation electrical equipment.
• Experience with 400kV AIS and/or GIS installations.
• Experience managing installation of power transformers / SGTs.
• Experience working within transmission environments.
• Experience producing and reviewing detailed Method Statements and Risk Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the electrical construction delivery of HV/EHV substation projects.
• Oversee the installation of major electrical equipment including 400kV AIS equipment.
• Oversee 400kV GIS systems installation.
• Manage SGT transformers installation.
• Oversee HVDC converter station equipment installation.
• Coordinate LV AC/DC systems installation and protection interfaces.
• Manage electrical installation teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Develop, review and approve detailed Method Statements and RAMS.
• Ensure installation activities are delivered safely, efficiently and to project requirements.
• Coordinate with engineering, commissioning and project management teams.
• Manage interfaces between OEMs, contractors and client representatives.
• Ensure compliance with specifications, drawings, quality requirements and standards.
• Monitor progress, resolve technical issues and support programme delivery.
• Lead quality inspections, snagging, testing and handover activities.
• Support commissioning and energisation activities.
• Maintain strong safety, environmental and quality standards.

Skills

HV/EHV Substations

Electrical installation

Project delivery

Subcontractor management

RAMS development

Safety compliance

OEM/contract experience

Job description

Morson Group is seeking an experienced HV Electrical Construction Manager to lead the delivery of major 400kV AIS/GIS substations across UK projects. You will oversee installation of high‑voltage equipment, manage electrical subcontractors and site teams, and ensure safe handover through energisation.

The role requires practical delivery experience in transmission projects, with strong RAMS and method statement capabilities and a proactive approach to safety, quality and interface management