Project Manager - South Wales - National Grid substation build
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Location: Newport, Wales
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Duration: 2 Years
Day Rate: £550+ per day (DOE)
IR35 Status: Determination to be completed (initial 6-month SDS, with review)
Engagement Type: Umbrella preferred, but PSC considered
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a major National Grid substation project based in Newport. This is a high-profile, long-term infrastructure project with a 2-year delivery timeline, offering an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of the UK's energy network transformation.
Please note: The business is strongly encouraging the Project Manager to be on-site approximately 90% of the time to ensure effective delivery and team coordination.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the full lifecycle of the substation project, from mobilisation through to commissioning
* Manage multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders including National Grid
* Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards
* Monitor project progress, budgets, and risk management
* Report regularly to senior stakeholders and ensure alignment with programme milestones
What You'll Bring:
* National Grid substation build experience, including working knowledge of NG Safety Rules, Specifications, and EPC/M&E Frameworks
* Proven leadership on Design and Build projects, managing cross-functional teams
* Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging clients and suppliers
* A qualification in construction or engineering, or equivalent relevant experience
* A recognised Project Management qualification (e.g. APM, PMP)
* Strong commercial acumen with experience managing NEC contracts
* Demonstrated ability to manage risk and opportunity effectively
* Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks including HSWA, CDM, and EAWR
* Ability to drive a project through all lifecycle stages
* Experience managing budgets, with a track record of delivering on time and within cost
* Proficiency in Project Management software tools
* Start: Immediate
* Duration: 24 months
* Rate: £550/day minimum (negotiable based on experience)
* IR35: Client will conduct an IR35 determination for the first 6 months. A new SDS will be required thereafter.
Please note: The client has expressed a preference for umbrella engagement for the full duration.
How to Apply:
If you're ready to take on a pivotal role in a nationally significant infrastructure project, please submit your CV and availability details today.
Project Manager - National Grid Substation Project (Newport)
Location: Newport, Wales
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Duration: 2 Years
Day Rate: £550+ per day (DOE)
IR35 Status: Determination to be completed (initial 6-month SDS, with review)
Engagement Type: Umbrella preferred, but PSC considered
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a major National Grid substation project based in Newport. This is a high-profile, long-term infrastructure project with a 2-year delivery timeline, offering an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of the UK's energy network transformation.
Please note: The business is strongly encouraging the Project Manager to be on-site approximately 90% of the time to ensure effective delivery and team coordination.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the full lifecycle of the substation project, from mobilisation through to commissioning
* Manage multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders including National Grid
* Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards
* Monitor project progress, budgets, and risk management
* Report regularly to senior stakeholders and ensure alignment with programme milestones
What You'll Bring:
* National Grid substation build experience, including working knowledge of NG Safety Rules, Specifications, and EPC/M&E Frameworks
* Proven leadership on Design and Build projects, managing cross-functional teams
* Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging clients and suppliers
* A qualification in construction or engineering, or equivalent relevant experience
* A recognised Project Management qualification (e.g. APM, PMP)
* Strong commercial acumen with experience managing NEC contracts
* Demonstrated ability to manage risk and opportunity effectively
* Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks including HSWA, CDM, and EAWR
* Ability to drive a project through all lifecycle stages
* Experience managing budgets, with a track record of delivering on time and within cost
* Proficiency in Project Management software tools
Contract Details:
* Start: Immediate
* Duration: 24 months
* Rate: £550/day minimum (negotiable based on experience)
* IR35: Client will conduct an IR35 determination for the first 6 months. A new SDS will be required thereafter.
Please note: The client has expressed a preference for umbrella engagement for the full duration.
How to Apply:
If you're ready to take on a pivotal role in a nationally significant infrastructure project, please submit your CV and availability details today.
Desired Skills and Experience
National Grid substation build experience, including working knowledge of NG Safety Rules, Specifications, and EPC/M&E Frameworks
Proven leadership on Design and Build projects, managing cross-functional teams
Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging clients and suppliers
A qualification in construction or engineering, or equivalent relevant experience
A recognised Project Management qualification (e.g. APM, PMP)
Strong commercial acumen with experience managing NEC contracts
Demonstrated ability to manage risk and opportunity effectively
Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks including HSWA, CDM, and EAWR
Ability to drive a project through all lifecycle stages
Experience managing budgets, with a track record of delivering on time and within cost
Proficiency in Project Management software tools
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To find out more about Progressive please visit www.progressiverecruitment.com
Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales
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