Project Manager

Job description

Role: Project Manager

Location: London

Mint Selection are partnered with a leading organisation within the energy sector to recruit an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of major Transmission & Distribution projects across the UK.

We are looking to speak with Project Managers who have a proven track record of delivering high voltage Transmission & Distribution projects up to 400kV, with experience managing projects through the full lifecycle from design and procurement through to construction, commissioning and energisation.

Scope of Work

• Lead the safe and successful delivery of high voltage Transmission & Distribution projects up to 400kV, ensuring works are completed on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

• Take full responsibility for project delivery from pre-construction through to commissioning, energisation and final handover.

• Manage multidisciplinary project teams including Construction Managers, Site Managers, Engineers, Planners, Commercial teams and specialist subcontractors.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with National Grid, DNOs, clients, consultants, suppliers and key stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

• Oversee project planning, procurement, programme management, commercial performance, risk management and change control.

• Ensure all works comply with HSEQ requirements, engineering standards, contractual obligations and industry best practice.

• Chair project progress meetings, providing regular updates on programme, commercial performance, risks and key milestones.

• Identify and resolve technical, commercial and programme issues to ensure successful project delivery.

• Work closely with construction and commissioning teams to ensure a smooth transition through energisation and project handover.

Experience to be Considered

• Proven experience delivering Transmission & Distribution projects up to 400kV as a Project Manager.

• Previous experience delivering National Grid, DNO, ICP or EPC substation and transmission projects is essential.

• Strong understanding of the construction, commissioning and energisation of high voltage substations and transmission infrastructure.

• Experience managing NEC contracts, project budgets, programmes, subcontractors and multidisciplinary project teams.

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships across clients, contractors and supply chain partners.

• A proactive and delivery-focused approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities within complex project environments.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading organisation delivering major transmission and substation projects across the UK.

This is a long-term contract opportunity and falls outside IR35.

If you have experience delivering Transmission & Distribution projects up to 400kV and are interested in discussing the opportunity further, please apply within or contact Harry Arnold directly for a confidential conversation.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English