Senior Project Engineer (Sub Agent/Agent) – HV Transmission & Distribution Location: UK Wide (Project Based) Rate: Up to £500 per day (Inside/Outside IR35 TBC) Start: Immediate / ASAP Carmichael UK are seeking an experienced SPE to support the delivery of major HV Transmission & Distribution projects, working alongside a Project Director and Senior Project Manager on complex infrastructure schemes. This is a key role with full lifecycle responsibility, from project initiation through to commissioning, handover and close-out, ensuring delivery against time, cost, quality and safety objectives. Key Responsibilities Support the Project Director / Senior Project Manager in delivering large-scale HV projects Manage the full project lifecycle including planning, design, delivery, commissioning and close-out Coordinate with engineers, stakeholders and wider project teams to ensure successful delivery Lead on scope development, engineering solutions and effective delivery strategies Ensure compliance with project requirements, programme, cost and quality targets Manage and develop project teams, promoting a high-performance and safety-first culture Oversee Health, Safety & Environmental compliance across all works Carry out Safety Tours, support incident investigations and drive continuous improvement Prepare and contribute to internal and external reporting Design & Technical Lead value engineering processes Manage and drive design deliverables programmes (civil & M&E) Ensure design meets all client specifications and statutory requirements Manage change control and ensure technical information is implemented effectively Support BIM requirements during bid and delivery phases Commercial & Contractual Budget ownership and cost control across the project Monitor expenditure and improve project margins Manage cash flow, cost recovery and commercial change processes (CEs) Balance operational and commercial decision-making Coordinate procurement of materials, plant and subcontractors Programme & Delivery Develop and manage cost-loaded programmes and resource plans Monitor progress, implement controls and maintain project schedules Ensure delivery aligns with agreed milestones and client expectations Lead regular progress reviews and stakeholder updates Risk & Governance Lead risk and opportunity reviews and manage risk registers Ensure robust reporting, record-keeping and escalation processes Maintain high standards of governance and project controls Supply Chain Manage subcontractors to ensure performance and contractual compliance Ensure procurement plans align with programme delivery requirements Requirements Essential: Experience delivering projects within complex, multi-stakeholder environments Strong background in project management within construction or infrastructure Some experience in design management Proven ability to lead teams and deliver projects successfully HND/Degree in Engineering, Construction or related discipline Desirable: Experience on National Grid / Substation / HV T&D projects Knowledge of standard forms of contract Strong commercial awareness Experience implementing safe systems of work CSCS, SMSTS or equivalent APM membership or similar NSI 4 / NSI 6 & 8 (advantageous) Full UK driving licence