Senior Project Manager

The Opportunity

A leading contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to deliver a major substation project as part of a significant UK infrastructure upgrade programme. This is a high‑profile scheme involving greenfield site development, complex civil works, and large‑scale construction activity. The role offers the opportunity to lead a flagship project within the UK's evolving energy infrastructure sector.

• Lead end‑to‑end construction delivery on a large‑scale project (£30m+)
• Manage site teams, subcontractors, and programme performance
• Drive HSE compliance and quality standards on site
• Oversee design coordination and procurement
• Take commercial ownership (budget, risk, delivery outcomes)

• Senior Project Manager / Project Manager background in civils or infrastructure
• Experience delivering major projects (£30m+)
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC3 / NEC4)
• Background in energy, utilities, or substations (highly desirable)
• SMSTS (essential)

Visa sponsorship is not offered; all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.