HV Substation Project Manager (Energy)

Job Description

We have a great opportunity for a Project Manager (HV/EHV) to join our UK Transmission and Distribution (T&D) team.

WSP’s T&D team delivers electrical power projects at transmission and distribution voltage levels. This role is to project manage pre‑construction and construction activities (from design to energisation) for large‑scale high voltage infrastructure and grid connections at voltage levels normally between 33 kV and 400 kV.

Our projects include feasibility studies, detailed design, procurement, construction, test and commissioning on existing or new substations and associated infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop HV projects (up to and including 20 kV) initial functional requirement into compliant cost‑effective engineering solutions.
• Project manage the development and delivery of small/medium HV projects (cable, plant and civil) to time, cost, safety and quality.
• Interface with customers as well as internal and external resources to develop and deliver HV projects.
• Undertake the role of CDM Designer and/or Principal Designer for developed HV projects.
• Effectively communicate with internal engineering and industrial resource.
• Coordinate external service providers and administer commercial.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC in Electrical Engineering, with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working on HV substation projects.
• Understanding of electrical distribution plant items operations, controls and associated systems such as switchgear, protection, power transformers and underground power cables.
• Good understanding of the H&S and CDM requirements for projects.
• An ability to undertake the role of ‘Designer’ and/or ‘Principal Designer’ under the CDM regulations.
• An ability to interpret technical documentation relating to the design of electrical substations.
• The ability to travel as per project needs.

Benefits

Work‑life balance with flexible hybrid working policy offering 2 days a week from home.

Inclusivity and belonging initiatives with employee resource groups.

Health & wellbeing programs including a virtual GP service, Gymflex scheme, menopause support package, reasonable workplace adjustments.

Flexible working arrangements, part‑time options and ability to purchase additional leave.

Here at WSP 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, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

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