Project Manager - Substations

November 8, 2026

Hybrid

Middle

Potters Bar, United Kingdom

Indeed

Description

A project management role in the Power division focused on managing the design process, risk and programme of high-value UK HV infrastructure projects. The manager coordinates internal delivery teams, design consultants, DNOs/IDNOs and client-side engineers, tracking RFIs, approvals and technical submissions. Early procurement support and stakeholder interfaces are central to keeping live projects moving toward energisation.

Responsibilities

Manage the design process from initiation to full approval, moving designs through each approval stage efficiently
Coordinate internal delivery teams, design consultants, DNOs/IDNOs and client-side engineers, keeping design and delivery aligned
Track RFIs, approvals and technical submissions, spotting risks early and driving them to resolution
Support early procurement decisions so projects are set up properly before delivery starts
Act as the key interface with DNO, IDNO and client technical teams, making sure works meet the relevant standards, specifications and safety-first culture

Requirements

Proven delivery of HV electrical infrastructure projects at 11kV–132kV+ on live projects rather than purely design environments
A strong understanding of DNO/IDNO design approval processes
Experience coordinating design, procurement and delivery in utilities, power or infrastructure
Commercial awareness of programme, cost and procurement risk
Strong coordination and communication skills, managing multiple technical and non-technical stakeholders
An electrical engineering degree, HNC or equivalent
Experience with ICPs, DNOs or Tier 1 contractors
Exposure to data centre or large industrial connections
Experience supporting projects from concept through to commissioning

Conditions

Permanent contract with performance-linked bonus and car allowance where applicable, 4% matched pension
28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
BUPA health cash plan, Benenden Health, employee assistance programme
Funded training through our Training Centre and Competency Cloud, professional memberships and a clear route to chartership
Electric car salary-sacrifice scheme
A mix of hybrid and site-based working on projects across the UK

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