Senior Project Manager (HV Transmission)
Due to continued growth and expansion within the UK transmission sector, we are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of high-voltage transmission infrastructure projects supporting programmes for National Grid and other major utilities.
This role will lead complex HV substation and transmission works from early-stage feasibility through to commissioning and energisation, ensuring delivery to the highest standards of safety, quality, programme performance, and regulatory compliance.
Location: Hybrid - site locations across the UK, and remote working.
This role is suitable for Permenant staff or Contractors
Role Overview
The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of complex HV substation and transmission projects, ensuring alignment with client governance frameworks, National Grid technical standards, and regulatory requirements.
You will lead multidisciplinary project teams and manage interfaces between engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams to successfully deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.
This role requires a strong understanding of transmission network infrastructure and substation plant, alongside proven experience managing stakeholders across utilities, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery
Lead the full lifecycle delivery of HV transmission and substation projects from feasibility, design, and procurement through construction, commissioning, and energisation.
Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with National Grid specifications, standards, and governance processes.
Manage project programme, cost, scope, risk, and quality in line with client and organisational requirements.
Technical Leadership
Provide leadership across projects involving:
AIS and GIS switchgear
Protection & control systems
Power transformers
Underground and overhead transmission cables
Substation plant and auxiliary systems
Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning activities in collaboration with engineering and commissioning teams.
Stakeholder & Client Management
Act as the primary interface with National Grid and key client stakeholders.
Provide regular reporting on programme performance, risks, cost, and delivery milestones.
Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners to ensure integrated project delivery.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Champion a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with CDM regulations and project HSE plans.
Ensure works are delivered in accordance with industry best practice, statutory regulations, and client safety standards.
Commercial & Risk Management
Manage project budgets, forecasting, and cost control.
Identify, manage, and mitigate technical, commercial, and programme risks.
Support contract administration and commercial negotiations where required.
Team Leadership
Lead and mentor multidisciplinary project teams, including engineers, planners, site managers, and subcontractors.
Promote collaboration and high performance across all project stakeholders.
Key Skills & Experience
Proven experience delivering HV transmission or substation projects (typically 132kV-400kV)
Strong understanding of electrical transmission and distribution infrastructure
Experience managing projects for National Grid or major UK utilities
Demonstrated success delivering projects through full lifecycle: feasibility ? energisation
Knowledge of AIS/GIS switchgear, protection systems, transformers, and cable infrastructure
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams
Excellent risk management, reporting, and programme management capability
Desirable
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or related discipline
APM / PRINCE2 / PMP project management qualification
Experience working under National Grid technical standards and procedures
Knowledge of CDM regulations and UK utility project governance framework
Why Join Us?
Work on major UK transmission infrastructure projects
Be part of a supportive and growing team
Opportunities to contribute to the UK's energy transition and grid modernisation
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age