EHV Cable Project Manager; Energy

EHV Cables Project Manager

Join WSP's UK Transmission and Distribution (T&D) team to project manage pre‑construction and construction activities for large‑scale high voltage infrastructure and grid connections at voltage levels normally between 33kV and 400kV. You will work on feasibility, detailed design, procurement, construction, test and commissioning of existing or new substations and associated infrastructure.

• Develop EHV (33kV up to and including 132kV) projects' initial functional requirement into compliant, cost‑effective engineering solutions.
• Project manage the development and delivery of EHV cable projects to time, cost, safety, and quality targets.
• Interface with customers, internal and external resources to develop and deliver EHV cable projects.
• Undertake the role of CDM Designer and/or Principal Designer for developed EHV cable projects.
• Effectively communicate with internal engineering and industrial resources.
• Coordinate external service providers and administer commercial aspects.
• Visit sites to assess project requirements, meet with project teams/contractors, monitor work progress, conduct safety audits, discuss engineering difficulties, and more.

• Minimum HNC in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience managing medium‑large scale EHV cable projects (33kV up to and including 132kV) throughout the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure.
• Good understanding of electrical distribution plant items such as switch gear, power transformers, and overhead lines.
• Knowledge of applicable engineering standards.
• Excellent understanding of health & safety and CDM requirements.
• Ability to undertake the role of ‘Designer’ and ‘Principal Designer’ under the CDM regulations.
• Ability to travel to client sites and offices within the North East of England and Yorkshire.

WSP offers a hybrid working policy (work from home two days a week), flexible working arrangements, professional development programmes, and a range of wellbeing benefits including a virtual GP service, gym flex scheme, and comprehensive menopause support.

WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, with 72,800 employees worldwide and a strong presence in the UK and Ireland. Our culture is built on innovation, integrity and inclusion, supporting a diverse workforce and a commitment to making a positive impact on communities.

We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, and please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

To apply, submit your application via our website. The hiring manager looks forward to meeting qualified candidates.