Project Manager – HV Grid Infrastructure - Office Based Role in West Midlands.
About the Company
Our client is a leading independent power and grid infrastructure business delivering critical energy projects across the UK. Since its establishment, the company has built a strong reputation for developing, owning, and operating grid stability assets and small-scale generation.
With a growing pipeline of high-value projects, the business plays a key role in supporting the UK’s transition to a more resilient and stable power network.
Operating with a lean, highly experienced team, they offer a dynamic, hands-on environment where individuals can take real ownership and directly influence project success. With continued investment and expansion plans, this is an opportunity to join at a pivotal stage of growth.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of major HV electrical infrastructure projects, including grid stability and substation-related works.
The first project for this role will be working on a 400Mvar, 300kV project in the North of England.
You will take full ownership of projects from procurement through to commissioning and final handover, ensuring delivery across technical, commercial, and safety.
Typical responsibilities include:
* Managing full lifecycle project delivery (design, procurement, installation, commissioning)
* Coordinating EPC contractors, OEMs, and engineering teams
* Leading scheduling, planning, and critical path management
* Overseeing FAT, SAT, commissioning, and energisation activities
* Managing project budgets, forecasting, and commercial performance
* Acting as the key interface with grid operators, contractors, and stakeholders
* Driving safety culture and ensuring compliance with CDM and HV regulations
* Building and coordinating site delivery teams (Site Managers, Engineers, HSE, etc.)
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience delivering HV electrical infrastructure projects (132kV+).
* Strong electrical engineering background.
* Experience working with OEMs, EPC contractors, and grid stakeholders
* Strong understanding of substations, grid connections, or reactive compensation equipment
* Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and complex project environments
* Strong commercial awareness (budgeting, cost control, contract management)
* Confident challenging technical solutions and driving outcomes
Desirable:
* Experience working with transmission operators or National Grid standards
* Project Management certifications (APM, PRINCE2)
Why Join?
* Work on critical national infrastructure projects supporting grid stability
* High level of ownership in a lean, entrepreneurial business
* Opportunity to progress into Head of Project Management / Engineering leadership
* Exposure to complex, high-value HV projects (£30m–£75m)
* Collaborative environment with access to experienced specialists
This role is office based, so please only apply if you are willing to be in the office for 5 days a week.