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