Project Manager

UK, Esher T&D permanent #13448

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 national 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