HV Project Manager - National Grid Framework * Location: Site-based; Bristol * Rate: £600 - £700 a day (negotiable dependent on experience) * Duration: 6-month contract (possible extension) * Start Date: ASAP / April 2026 Turner Lovell are recruiting on behalf of a major UK infrastructure delivery organisation for an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of Electrical Transmission and Substation projects across the Southwest and South Wales. The role sits within a Substations Contract Management PMO and will focus on the end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of M&E projects under National Grid frameworks. This is a delivery-focused, site-based position requiring strong leadership across construction, commercial, and engineering functions, with a heavy emphasis on health, safety, and commercial performance. The successful candidate will oversee projects from initiation through to completion, acting as a key interface with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders while ensuring delivery to programme, cost, quality, and HSE standards. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of a portfolio of M&E National Grid substation sites and electrical transmission projects from initiation through to completion Provide strong health, safety, and environmental leadership to drive best-in-class standards on site Ensure projects are delivered to agreed time, cost, quality, and commercial targets Work closely with planning teams to develop, manage, and monitor delivery programmes Lead and align the wider project management team, including Construction, Commercial, Design, and Engineering functions Drive effective risk and opportunity management across the project portfolio Provide leadership on technical and contractual matters to support timely issue resolution Support the preparation of monthly CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliation) in conjunction with the Commercial Manager Contribute technical and industry expertise to new contract tender submissions Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships throughout the project lifecycle Requirements Proven experience delivering National Grid substation or electrical transmission projects & NG Ticket Strong working knowledge of NG specifications, rules, and EPC / M&E frameworks Demonstrable experience leading Design & Build projects and cross-functional delivery teams Strong commercial acumen with hands-on NEC contract management experience Excellent stakeholder management and client-facing communication skills Formal qualification in construction, engineering, or project management (APM, PMP or equivalent) Strong understanding of UK regulations, including the Health and Safety at Work Act, CDM Regulations, and the Electricity at Work Regulations Proven ability to manage risk, opportunity, budgets, and programme delivery Experience delivering projects through the full lifecycle, from pre-construction to handover Proficient in the use of project management and reporting software If you are an experienced Project Manager with a background in National Grid substations or electrical transmission projects and are looking for a long-term opportunity within a major UK framework, please apply or contact Madeleine Jacob () for further information.