Senior Project Manager

Matchtech; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment specialist in STEM is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee the construction of a new 400kV substation as part of the Yorkshire Green Project. The role requires extensive National Grid experience and the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams while ensuring compliance with safety and engineering standards. Candidates must hold a degree in a relevant engineering discipline and ideally possess project management qualifications.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in delivering 400kV or other high-voltage substation projects.
• Proven track record working on National Grid projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and familiarity with NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of the 400kV substation.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams including design and procurement.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.

Skills

National Grid experience

Substation management

Leadership skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering

APM, PMP, or PRINCE2 qualification

Tools

NEC contracts

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Senior Project Manager, East Riding of Yorkshire

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East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Job summary

Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to deliver a new 40kv substation build as part of the exciting Yorkshire green portfolio.
Candidates will need to have extensive National Grid experience.

Key skills required for this role

Substation

Important

National Grid experience

About the Project:

The Yorkshire Green Project is a key infrastructure upgrade to reinforce the transmission network in Northern England, supporting increased renewable energy integration. This includes the design and construction of a new 400kV substation and associated connections as part of National Grid's broader investment in the region's electrical infrastructure.

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a new 400kV substation within the Yorkshire Green Project. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of managing high-voltage substation projects, ideally with prior involvement in schemes of national significance.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the end-to-end delivery of a new 400kV substation, from early construction phases through to commissioning.

Manage multidisciplinary project teams including design, procurement, civils, and electrical installation.

Serve as the primary interface with National Grid, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

Ensure compliance with National Grid's TP137/TGN and other relevant engineering governance frameworks.

Lead risk management, programme control, budget tracking, and reporting processes.

Ensure project milestones are met safely, on time, and within budget.

Drive contractor performance and foster a collaborative working environment.

Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality (SHEQ) requirements.

Essential Experience & Qualifications:

Extensive experience in delivering 400kV (or other high-voltage) substation projects.

Proven track record working on National Grid projects, with a deep understanding of NG standards and procedures.

Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to navigate complex interfaces.

Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent).

APM, PMP, or PRINCE2 qualification (desirable).

Strong commercial awareness and familiarity with NEC contracts.

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Matchtech is a STEM Recruitment Specialist, with over 40 years’ experience