Senior Project Manager - 132kV

3 Days Old

VGC are pleased to be supporting our client, a global name providing world class engineering solutions to the Construction, Energy, Transportation and Aviation sectors. Our client have a brilliant opportunity within their Transmission & Distribution team. This role is working as an EHV Substation Senior Project Manager, delivering pre-construction and construction activities, from design to energisation, on large scale HV infrastructure and grid connection projects from 33kv to 400kv.
You will be involved from feasibility, through detailed design, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning of Substation new builds or upgrades.
We are looking for a Project Manager who can: - Translate initial functional requirements for HV and EHV projects into compliant, cost-effective engineering solutions. - Manage the full lifecycle of HV and EHV projects (including cable, overhead line, plant, and civil works), ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the required safety and quality standards. - Collaborate with customers, internal teams, and external stakeholders to successfully develop and deliver HV and EHV projects. - Act as the CDM Designer and/or Principal Designer for assigned HV and EHV developments. - Maintain clear and effective communication with internal engineering teams and industrial resources. - Coordinate and oversee external service providers while managing associated commercial activities.
What We're Looking For: - Education: Minimum HNC (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering. - Experience: Proven track record in managing large, complex HV and EHV substation projects from feasibility through to energisation. - Technical Expertise: o Strong understanding of electrical transmission and distribution systems, including AIS/GIS switchgear, protection and control systems, power transformers, underground cables, and overhead lines. o Experience in optioneering-selecting appropriate substation configurations (voltage levels, installed and firm capacities) to meet project functional requirements. o In-depth knowledge of AIS and GIS substation design up to 400kV. o Familiarity with engineering standards for HV/EHV plant and substations, including earthing and electrical clearances. - Project Management: Experience delivering CAPEX and customer connection projects at voltages ranging from 33kV to 400kV-from initiation and design through tendering, construction, and project closure. - Health & Safety: Excellent understanding of H&S and CDM requirements for large-scale infrastructure projects, with the ability to perform Designer and Principal Designer roles under CDM regulations. - Communication & Documentation: Strong ability to interpret and produce technical documentation related to substation design and engineering.
On offer is a salary up to £90,000, along with a car allowance and a leading benefits package. This role can be based in Leeds, Newcastle, Manchester or within reach of any of these locations
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Location:
Leeds
Salary:
£70,000 - £90,000 /annum Car Allowance
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction

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