Electrical Project Manager

Electrical Project Manager - HV Substations / National Grid Melksham | Contract | £650 - £800 per day (Outside IR35) About the Opportunity Our client, a leading Tier 1 engineering contractor within the UK power and utilities sector, is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to support the delivery of a critical National Grid substation project in Melksham. The project is currently at a key delivery stage, and the client requires a proven HV Project Manager with demonstrable experience delivering high-voltage transmission substation projects within live National Grid environments. This role will suit a hands-on Project Manager with strong Tier 1 contractor experience, capable of leading complex HV infrastructure works while managing programme, commercial, safety, and stakeholder requirements across all phases of delivery. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery Lead the delivery of high-voltage substation works within a live National Grid environment Manage all project activities from construction through to commissioning and handover Ensure delivery against programme, budget, quality, and safety objectives Coordinate multidisciplinary delivery teams, subcontractors, and specialist HV suppliers HV Substation & Transmission Infrastructure Manage HV infrastructure projects including substations, transformers, switchgear, protection systems, and associated civils Oversee works across transmission-level voltage ranges including 132kV, 275kV and 400kV systems Coordinate outages, energisation activities, and National Grid interface requirements Commercial & NEC Contract Management ManageNEC contract obligations including: Early Warnings Compensation Events Programme reporting Risk management Support commercial performance, forecasting, and cost control activities Health, Safety & Compliance Promote a strong HSEQ culture across all project activities Ensure compliance with CDM regulations, National Grid standards, and site safety procedures Review and manage RAMS, ITPs, permits, and commissioning documentation Stakeholder Management Act as the key interface between the client, National Grid representatives, subcontractors, and internal delivery teams Lead progress meetings, reporting, and coordination activities Maintain strong communication across all project stakeholders during critical delivery phases Essential Experience Proven experience delivering National Grid or transmission-level HV substation projects Strong background working for Tier 1 contractors within the utilities / energy sector Experience managing projects involving: 132kV 275kV 400kV infrastructure Strong understanding of: HV substations Switchgear Transformers Protection systems Grid connections Demonstrable NEC3 / NEC4 contract management experience Ability to manage live HV construction environments and critical programme milestones Excellent stakeholder management and leadership capability Qualifications HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline SMSTS CSCS Black Card (preferred) National Grid competencies / authorisations advantageous Full UK Driving Licence