Role Summary
Our client delivers critical infrastructure projects that power the UKacross electricity, gas, water, telecoms, and EV charging. Since 2010, our growth has been built on technical excellence, safety, and lasting client relationships. Were now seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to take ownership of high-value and high-risk Private Networks projects, managing them through their full lifecycle.
This role offers the opportunity to lead technically challenging programmes, mentor project teams, and shape the delivery of customer-owned high and low voltage networks nationwide.
The Role:
Manage a portfolio of Private Network projects, ensuring safety, quality, and financial performance
Deliver projects from design through to handover, meeting time, budget, and client expectations
Lead risk and change management to protect project outcomes
Conduct and record regular SHEQ tours, ensuring full compliance across all works
Oversee project documentation in line with the Business Management System
Mentor and manage Project Managers, providing both technical and behavioural guidance
Represent the client professionally to all stakeholders, fostering strong working relationships
Support the Head of Private Networks in achieving strategic business objectives
Requirements
Essential:
Proven leadership experience managing high-value projects (typically NVQ Level 4 or above in engineering, construction, or management (or equivalent experience)
5+ years in technically complex electrical or mechanical networks
Knowledge of CDM 2015 and notifiable project requirements
IOSH Managing Safely (or equivalent)
Experience in sales, estimating, design, and delivery of high-voltage networks
Understanding of control, protection, and automation schemes
Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
SSSTS/SMSTS, EUSR/CSCS/ECS, and First Aid at Work
Desirable:
Incorporated Engineer (MIET) or working towards
APM, PMI, or PRINCE2 project management certification (or equivalent)
Experience in renewable, embedded generation, gas, water, or data systems
Knowledge of Trimble or AutoCAD
What The Client Offer
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Up to 5 extra days holiday for long service
Option to purchase 5 additional holiday days per year
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
5% employer pension contribution
2x Death in Service Cover
Cycle to Work Scheme and Tusker Green Car Scheme
Private health cover (fully funded after probation)
Opportunity to lead significant infrastructure projects with real national impact
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