Project Manager – Energy Transmission (m/f/d)
Location: UK-Wide (with a focus on East England)
Type: Permanent | Voltage Range: Up to 400kV
We are supporting a fast-growing energy infrastructure contractor delivering power transmission and distribution (T&D) projects across the UK. They are now looking for a Project Manager to lead complex substation, cabling, and overhead line schemes from inception through to completion.
This is a strategic hire with full commercial ownership and delivery responsibility, ideal for someone ready to step into a leadership role on grid infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Own project delivery from start to finish, ensuring alignment with business strategy and client expectations
* Oversee financial performance, commercial risk, and contractual compliance
* Lead cross-functional teams including engineers, subcontractors, and enabling functions
* Embed a strong safety culture and ensure Zero Harm principles are upheld across all sites
* Manage client relationships and act as a key decision-maker during project execution
* Support the tendering process and influence future project wins
* Conduct safety tours, manage SHEQ documentation, and ensure project audits are completed
* Promote a collaborative culture across delivery, engineering, and commercial teams
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience delivering major T&D infrastructure projects (substations, cabling or OHL)
* Strong people management skills and the ability to lead multi-site teams
* Sound commercial understanding with budget and cost control exposure
* Experience in both tendering and managing complex EPC contracts
* Confident communicator, capable of managing internal and external stakeholders
* Able to work through ambiguity and resolve challenges in dynamic project environments
* Comfortable managing projects up to 400kV
What’s on Offer
* Competitive base salary (negotiable based on experience)
* Company vehicle or allowance
* Private health cover
* Daily subsistence package
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Inclusive, people-first company culture with long-term progression
Apply now to take charge of key energy projects and shape the UK’s power infrastructure future.
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