Melksham | Contract | £650 - £800 per day (Outside IR35)
About the Opportunity
Our client, a leading Tier 1 engineering contractor within the UK power and utilities sector, is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to support the delivery of a critical National Grid substation project in Melksham.
The project is currently at a key delivery stage, and the client requires a proven HV Project Manager with demonstrable experience delivering high-voltage transmission substation projects within live National Grid environments.
This role will suit a hands-on Project Manager with strong Tier 1 contractor experience, capable of leading complex HV infrastructure works while managing programme, commercial, safety, and stakeholder requirements across all phases of delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery
Lead the delivery of high-voltage substation works within a live National Grid environment
Manage all project activities from construction through to commissioning and handover
Ensure delivery against programme, budget, quality, and safety objectives
Coordinate multidisciplinary delivery teams, subcontractors, and specialist HV suppliers
HV Substation & Transmission Infrastructure
Manage HV infrastructure projects including substations, transformers, switchgear, protection systems, and associated civils
Oversee works across transmission-level voltage ranges including 132kV, 275kV and 400kV systems
Coordinate outages, energisation activities, and National Grid interface requirements
Commercial & NEC Contract Management
ManageNEC contract obligations including:
Early Warnings
Compensation Events
Programme reporting
Risk management
Support commercial performance, forecasting, and cost control activities
Health, Safety & Compliance
Promote a strong HSEQ culture across all project activities
Ensure compliance with CDM regulations, National Grid standards, and site safety procedures
Review and manage RAMS, ITPs, permits, and commissioning documentation
Stakeholder Management
Act as the key interface between the client, National Grid representatives, subcontractors, and internal delivery teams
Lead progress meetings, reporting, and coordination activities
Maintain strong communication across all project stakeholders during critical delivery phases
Essential Experience
Proven experience delivering National Grid or transmission-level HV substation projects
Strong background working for Tier 1 contractors within the utilities / energy sector
Experience managing projects involving:
132kV
275kV
400kV infrastructure
Strong understanding of:
HV substations
Switchgear
Transformers
Protection systems
Grid connections
Demonstrable NEC3 / NEC4 contract management experience
Ability to manage live HV construction environments and critical programme milestones
Excellent stakeholder management and leadership capability
Qualifications
HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
SMSTS
CSCS Black Card (preferred)
National Grid competencies / authorisations advantageous
Full UK Driving Licence
Salary description
£600.00 - £800.00 per day