Project Director - UK Based - HVDC Subsea Transmission Projects

We are seeking an experienced Project Director to lead a major HVDC/ HVAC subsea transmission and onshore cable infrastructure project from procurement through to commissioning.

The successful candidate will hold full responsibility for the strategic, commercial, technical, and operational delivery of a multi‑year, multi‑contract programme involving submarine cable systems, land cable installation, and associated civil/electrical works.

This role requires an exceptional leader with a strong track record delivering complex EPC projects within the power transmission, offshore wind, subsea cable, or large infrastructure sectors.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead the end‑to‑end execution of a large‑scale subsea and onshore cable systems project, ensuring safe, timely, and on‑budget delivery.
• Establish and maintain the overall project execution strategy, master schedule, and governance framework.
• Drive coordination between engineering, manufacturing, logistics, marine operations, land installation, commissioning, and HSE teams.

2. Commercial & Contract Management

• Serve as the primary commercial authority for the project, overseeing contract performance and risk management across all major packages (cable supply, land installation, offshore installation, civil works, etc.).
• Manage variations, claims, and commercial negotiations with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Monitor project financials and implement robust cost‑control processes.

3. Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the senior point of contact for the client, regulatory bodies, partners, and internal executive leadership.
• Represent the project at high‑level technical, safety, and commercial meetings.
• Ensure transparent reporting and alignment between internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders.

4. HSQE & Compliance

• Champion a culture of safety excellence across all onshore and offshore operations.
• Ensure full compliance with environmental, marine, and statutory requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee risk assessments, contingency plans, and emergency response protocols.

5. Team Leadership & Organisational Development

• Build and lead a high‑performing multidisciplinary project organisation.
• Mentor project managers, engineers, planners, and support functions.
• Promote collaboration between international offices, manufacturing sites, and site‑based teams.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Technical & Project Experience

• Proven experience delivering major EPC, HVDC/HVAC, subsea cable, interconnector, offshore wind, or energy infrastructure projects >£500M scale.
• Strong understanding of subsea cable manufacturing, marine installation vessels/operations, land civil works, and electrical commissioning.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large contractor packages, complex interfaces, and long logistics chains.

Leadership & Commercial Skills

• Extensive experience in senior project leadership roles within the energy or infrastructure sector.
• Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to manage contracts, negotiate claims, and control project budgets.
• Highly effective communicator with strong stakeholder management and team‑building capabilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline (Master’s preferred).
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, IPMA, APM) desirable.
• Offshore/Marine safety certifications advantageous.