Senior CDM Advisor

SP Electricity North West manages and invests in the power network that supplies electricity to the 2.4m homes and businesses across the North West. Our 2,400 colleagues manage the 13,000km of overhead lines, 44,000km of underground cables and thousands of electricity substations to keep power flowing and supporting green growth. We’re one of six distribution network operators in the UK and are regulated by Ofgem.

We’re proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry’s most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference.

Now part of the Iberdrola and Scottish Power group, we’re collectively building smarter, greener electricity networks that will get Britain growing by investing in a better future, quicker.

To advise and support all SP ENW project teams in the delivery of CDM 2015 duty holder roles, Client, Principal Designer and Principal Contractor including the management of construction site safety in a proportionate manner on SP ENW projects including:
New built substations, asset replacement and refurbishment, overhead and underground circuits up to and including 132kV.

The successful candidate must, at the start of employment have permission to work in the UK without sponsorship.

There is also opportunity for agile working following completion of your probationary period.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who meet the following criteria:

• Understanding of electrical operational requirements and civil and electrical construction techniques on SP ENW projects.
• Full UK Driving Licence - must be able to drive to cover all SP ENW footprint.
• Hold a NEBOSH construction certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of concept design, build ability, detailed design, construction techniques and procurement routes.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation and how this impacts SP ENW.
• Able to interpret technical reports to ensure health and safety issues are considered and managed during the project.
• Ability to communicate with different level and skillsets within SP ENW and contractors’ organisations.
• Ability to identify potential problems, understand key issues and investigate alternatives.

We value your expertise and in return, you’ll receive:

• 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service
• Car allowance or Company Vehicle
• Salary sacrifice EV car scheme
• An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
• A market-leading contributory pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.

We’re proud to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that embracing our differences makes us stronger.

Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by SP Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a Medical Appointment, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and a Drug & Alcohol test.

We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable.