Electrical Project Manager - DNO ICP

Astute's Renewables team is partnering with an innovative organisation that delivers complex energy and engineering solutions across major infrastructure projects, utility networks, and critical customer systems. They are now looking to recruit an experienced Electrical Project Manager (DNO/ICP) to join a growing team delivering power and renewables projects across the UK.

The strategically important Electrical Project Manager role offers a competitive salary between £65,000-£80,000, depending on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including access to wellbeing tools, retail discounts, gym incentives, and enhanced pension and life assurance.

If you're an Electrical Project Manager looking to join a forward-thinking organisation that puts integrity and people at the centre of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical Project Manager role

Reporting to the Construction Manager you will:

Reviewing technical designs and ensuring projects are ready to progress into construction stages
Managing electrical infrastructure works in line with industry regulations including DNO standards, technical specifications, and statutory requirements
Leading projects from post-design through installation, commissioning, and final handover
Creating and maintaining programmes of work, including weekly, monthly, and 3-month lookahead plans
Identifying risks, constraints, and critical project activities to keep delivery on track
Overseeing on-site safety, security, and compliance with HSEQ procedures, CPP, and F10 requirements
Supporting the wider HSEQ function with RAMS, audits, inspections and compliance documentation
Carrying out quality assurance across all stages, including pre-start checks, site inspections, and handover sign-offs
Preparing technical documentation, test certification, and reports for project completion
Leading technical meetings and representing the business with clients, internal teams, and network operators

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

An HNC (or higher) in Electrical or Civil Engineering, or equivalent industry experience
A minimum of 5 years' experience delivering construction or electrical infrastructure projects
Background working within NERS-accredited environments
Experience managing or installing electrical infrastructure up to 132kV
Strong technical understanding of HV/LV equipment including switch gear, transformers, generators, and substations
A thorough understanding of HSE and construction compliance
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills
The ability to manage multiple projects while working under pressure to deadlines

Personal skills

The Electrical Project Manager role would suit someone who is:

Confident managing complex technical projects from design through delivery
Highly organised with the ability to prioritise competing project demands
A strong leader who can influence and collaborate with clients, engineers, and site teams
Proactive in identifying risks, resolving issues, and maintaining project quality and safety standards

Salary and benefits of the Electrical Project Manager role

Competitive basic salary ranging from £65,000 to £80,000, depending on experience
Access to remote GP consultations and financial wellbeing support
Flexible benefits scheme, with options to buy/sell annual leave and access discounted healthcare and tech
Retail, leisure and gym discounts, plus cycle-to-work incentives
Enhanced pension contributions and life insurance
Recognition programme with monthly rewards and the chance to earn annual prizes of up to £10,000

INDREN

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative.

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