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Project Manager – Substations & Transmission Line EPC Projects (m/f/d)
Location: Madrid (Hybrid working available)
Type: Permanent

We’re working with an international engineering consultancy supporting the delivery of large-scale substation and transmission line EPC projects across Europe. As part of their expansion into the UK and international markets, they are hiring a Project Manager with deep technical expertise in high-voltage substations and control & protection systems.

This is a senior opportunity to lead complex electrical infrastructure projects across 132kV–400kV networks.


Your Responsibilities

  • Manage full EPC lifecycle for high-voltage substations and transmission lines in the UK and Spain

  • Oversee protection and control systems including relay coordination, SCADA integration (IEC 61850), and FAT testing

  • Coordinate project design and delivery across multidisciplinary engineering teams

  • Lead communication with clients, subcontractors, and regulatory bodies

  • Ensure project execution meets contractual obligations, deadlines, and compliance standards

  • Support commercial strategy by identifying new opportunities within the transmission and grid sector


Ideal Background

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred

  • Experience with UK and Spanish voltage levels (132kV–400kV)

  • Strong background in substation design, protection systems, and SCADA protocols

  • Familiarity with cable routing, sizing, and HV connections is a plus

  • Proven ability to manage large-scale EPC projects with client-facing responsibilities

  • Experience working with international standards and EPC contractors

  • Fluent in English; Spanish language skills are beneficial


What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary based on experience

  • Hybrid work model (split between Madrid HQ and remote work)

  • Leadership role with influence on project execution and business expansion

  • Opportunity to work on high-impact grid infrastructure projects across Europe


Interested in taking the lead on flagship EPC projects across Spain and the UK? Apply now or reach out for more details.

Dan Novell

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