Senior Project Manager - Substations

Morson Edge; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager for their Substations/Energy project in South Wales. In this hybrid role, you will lead M&E projects, ensuring delivery on safety, quality, and timelines, while collaborating with management teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in National Grid Substation builds and qualifications in construction and project management. The role includes benefits like a car scheme and private healthcare, with a competitive salary of £85,000.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

EV / Hybrid car scheme

Private health care

Discretionary bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience managing budgets with history of delivery to time and cost.

Responsibilities

• Lead Electrical Transmission frameworks across the UK.
• Oversee the delivery of M&E projects ensuring high standards.
• Collaborate with management and drive risk management.

Skills

National Grid Substation build experience

Proven leadership on Design and Build projects

Excellent stakeholder management skills

Strong commercial experience with NEC contracts

Demonstrated ability to manage risk and opportunity

Education

Qualification in construction / engineering

Qualification in Project Management (APM, PMP etc.)

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Substations / Energy – South Wales Project – Hybrid – £85,000 salary

About The Role :

My client provide an end-to-end service, delivering solutions in electricity transmission, distribution, renewable energy, EV, metering and home decarbonisation.

This role is focused on Electricity Transmission- They design, build and commission substations at voltages up to and including 400kV. Their teams construct and maintain transmission lines and substations, ensuring the efficient and reliable delivery of electricity.

As part of this team, you'll be at the forefront of the transition to net zero, working with not just those around you, but across the Group- sharing learnings to deliver essential infrastructure services for life.

What will you be doing?

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be leading Electrical Transmission frameworks across the UK, with your first project based in South Wales.

You’ll oversee the delivery of M&E projects from start to finish, ensuring high standards in safety, quality, and timeliness. Collaborate with an expert management team, drive risk management, and provide guidance on technical and contractual matters. Use your industry knowledge to contribute to new contract bids and achieve financial targets. Ready to lead and make a real impact?

Candidate Essentials

• National Grid Substation build experience - including workable knowledge of Rules, EPC / M&E Framework
• Proven leadership on Design and Build projects, managing cross functional teams
• Excellent stakeholder management skills engaging with clients and suppliers
• Qualification in construction / engineering and / or relevant experience
• Qualification in Project Management (APM, PMP etc.)
• Strong commercial experience with NEC contracts
• Demonstrated ability to manage risk and opportunity
• Experience managing budgets with history of delivery to time and cost

This role offers :

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• EV / Hybrid car scheme
• Private health care and health care cash plan for you
• Discretionary bonus scheme