Project Manager, Operations Manager

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Project Manager, on a 6 Month Rolling Contract based in Hampshire.

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in DNO substation projects, specifically within the 11kV to 132kV range. The successful candidate will manage the full project lifecycle, ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery of substation infrastructure projects for major UK Distribution Network Operators (DNOs).

This is a hands-on role requiring both technical and commercial oversight, ideally suited to a motivated professional with a track record of delivering multi-disciplinary HV substation projects within regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead the delivery of substation projects (11kV–132kV) from initiation to completion.

· Manage project scope, budgets, risks, schedules, resources, and stakeholder expectations.

· Ensure compliance with DNO technical specifications, CDM regulations, and health & safety requirements.

· Coordinate with design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and client teams.

· Develop and maintain project documentation including programmes, risk registers, and progress reports.

· Monitor and control commercial performance, including cost tracking, forecasting, change control, and contract management (NEC, FIDIC, or similar).

· Liaise with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and statutory bodies.

· Support tendering teams with technical and commercial input for future bids.

Requirements

Essential:

· Proven experience delivering substation projects (11kV to 132kV), ideally with a DNO or ICP.

· Strong knowledge of UK DNO standards and procedures.

· Demonstrated experience in commercial and contractual management, including cost control and risk mitigation.

· Excellent understanding of construction and commissioning activities within HV substations.

· Knowledge of relevant legislation and standards (e.g., CDM 2015, BS EN standards, Health & Safety at Work Act).

· Effective leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

· Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Desirable:

· Electrical engineering or project management qualification (e.g. HNC/HND/Degree, PRINCE2, APM).

· Experience working with frameworks/contracts for UK DNOs (e.g., UKPN, SSEN, WPD, ENWL, etc.).

· Working knowledge of NEC contracts and project finance principles

Our Company

Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time