Senior Project Manager

Carrington West; Melksham; On-site; GBP 128,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee high‑voltage transmission substation projects for National Grid Electricity Transmission. The role covers delivery from design and procurement through construction, commissioning and final handover, with NEC contract governance and stakeholder coordination.

The successful candidate will manage multi-disciplinary teams on live projects, ensuring safety, quality and timely delivery while maintaining close liaison with

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager delivering high‑voltage transmission projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead HV transmission substation projects from design to handover.
• Oversee programmes, ensure safety, on-time delivery per contract.
• Coordinate engineering, construction and commissioning teams.

Skills

Senior PM

High-voltage

275kV/400kV

NEC contracts

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Risk management

Job description

Location: Melksham, Wiltshire

Rate: £800 per day (Limited Company)

Start Date: 30 November 2026

Contract Length: Until 30 May 2027

Working Pattern: 5 days per week

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Project Manager to support the delivery of major high‑voltage substation projects on the National Grid Electricity Transmission network.

This is an opportunity to join an established contractor delivering critical electricity infrastructure, taking responsibility for projects from design and procurement through to construction, commissioning and final handover.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience delivering transmission substation projects at 275kV and 400kV, alongside a strong understanding of NEC contracts and the ability to manage complex project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of high-voltage transmission substation projects from design and procurement through to construction, commissioning and handover.
• Oversee project programmes, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time and in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Manage and coordinate engineering, construction and commissioning teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide senior-level support and act as a point of escalation for project teams working on live projects.
• Oversee subcontractors, suppliers and project resources to ensure successful delivery.
• Monitor project progress, identifying and managing risks, delays and potential delivery issues.
• Work closely with National Grid and key stakeholders to maintain effective communication and project coordination.
• Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety, quality and National Grid requirements.
• Support the management of NEC contractual processes throughout project delivery.
• Oversee project completion, commissioning activities and final handover.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager delivering high-voltage electricity transmission projects.
• Strong background in 275kV and 400kV substations.
• Previous experience working on National Grid Electricity Transmission projects or frameworks.
• Experience managing projects through design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover.
• Good working knowledge of NEC contracts.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience managing multidisciplinary project teams and subcontractors.
• Ability to provide senior-level technical and delivery support across complex projects.
• Valid National Grid Persons authorisation.
• Own PPE for site access.