Contract Project Manager jobs in United Kingdom

Job Position: Graduate Electrical Project Engineer (Project Management Career Pathway)

Location: Rochester, Kent

Start Date: September 2025

Starting Salary: £28,000

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 2:1 or above in Electrical Engineering (or related subject).
• Right to work in the UK unsponsored for the duration of the programme. Grayce is not on the UK Border Agency's Sponsor Register and is unable to sponsor work visas for international applicants.
• Commuting distance of Rochester and able to be on site three days a week. Relocation support is available for those not living within commuting distance.
  
  
  

About Grayce:

Grayce specialises in driving change and transformation for some of the world's most ambitious organisations. For over a decade, we've partnered with FTSE 100 and 250 companies to deliver impactful results by developing and deploying high-performing Grayce Analysts (you!), in the UK and beyond.

Our Accelerated Development Programme is designed to launch the careers of recent graduates eager to make an impact. We offer a fast-track route to expertise, allowing you to gain hands-on experience with one of our impressive clients.

With your specialism as an Electrical Project Engineer, you will have a tailored learning development journey bespoke to your role, meaning you are prepared for whatever the day throws at you, whilst learning key skills and gaining industry specific accreditations along the way.

About the Role:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of our clients; one of the largest and most prestigious technology companies in the world, whose solutions accelerate digital transformation and automation across a range of industries. Working as a Grayce Analyst, you will be deployed to work in a rapidly growing division of the client's business in Rochester, Kent, where they specialise in delivering sophisticated metering and data acquisition solutions to the UK's power industry.

Day To Day Responsibilities:

• Design and delivery of grid metering projects in accordance with the client's project management standards and achieving customer requirements.
• Coordination for all project phases; Performing acceptance tests procedures
• Collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure all objectives are met to budget and on time
• Identify and manage project risk and put controls in place to mitigate these
• Manage EHS (Environment, health and safety) in connection with delivery of projects.
• Support and assist the management team to monitor the progress of works and ensure that the development, design construction, testing and financial targets are met and effect remedial action where required.
• Ensure that the technical standards are maintained in all aspects of project work, in order that safe and successful project implementation
• Lead and deliver on-site installation and commissioning works at customers premises.
  
  
  

Progression: Over time, you will develop into an Electrical Project Manager in the innovative grid metering and renewable energy space. You will work with market leading technology on international projects and be involved in the end-to-end project lifecycle.

What makes a great candidate for this role?

Analytical Problem Solving: We're looking for analytical minds that can spot patterns and think creatively. Whether it's dissecting complex issues or finding fresh angles, we highly value critical thinking skills and their application.

Soft Skills: From effective communication styles to planning, organisation and a learning development mindset, Grayce is committed to building core consultancy skills. Stakeholder and time management are core skills we utilise every day and we look for examples of those through our interview process.

Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of electrical engineering and electronics concepts.

Why work for us?

Competitive Salary: Starting at £28,000 with potential for significant growth

Opportunity: Over the course of 2 years, you'll embark on a journey of continuous learning, gaining industry-accredited qualifications, whilst getting hands-on experience working directly with a prestigious global technology company.

Mentoring: Thrive under the guidance of our experienced coaches and Technical Trainers. They'll be your go-to, offering support, insights, sharing experiences.

Community: Grayce doesn't just talk about diversity and inclusion; we live and breathe it. Our community is built around an environment that values your unique perspective.

Industry Recognition: We help you embark on your journey with fully funded, industry-recognised qualifications designed to maximise your experience and put you in control of your career.

Wellness Support: We are here for you 24/7 with our Employee Assistance Programme, offering confidential assistance ranging from financial and legal support to health and wellbeing.

Join Grayce and accelerate your career!