Project Manager (National Grid)

Company: Vallum Associates
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An established specialist contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead high-voltage substation and energy infrastructure projects from initiation through to successful handover.

National Grid project delivery experience is essential for success in this role.

About the Company

Our client is a well-established engineering contractor specializing in the design, installation, and commissioning of high-voltage substation systems up to 400kV. Working with major transmission and distribution network operators, independent network providers, and renewable energy developers across the UK, the company delivers a range of projects including turnkey substations, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and large-scale renewable energy developments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead HV substation and energy infrastructure projects from planning through to completion.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for National Grid project teams and key stakeholders.
  • Manage project budgets, programmes, risks, and subcontractor performance.
  • Ensure compliance with National Grid technical standards, CDM regulations, and health & safety requirements.

Requirements

  • Proven experience delivering projects within a National Grid environment.
  • Strong track record managing large-scale transmission, distribution, or utility infrastructure projects.
  • Excellent commercial awareness and health & safety knowledge.
  • PMP and/or PRINCE2 qualifications are desirable.

What’s on Offer

  • Opportunity to lead nationally significant transmission and renewable energy projects within a growing specialist contractor.
  • Competitive salary package.
  • Car allowance.
  • Hybrid working opportunities.
  • Generous annual leave entitlement.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Lodge allowance for qualifying projects.
  • Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development.

If this position sounds like it could be of interest to you, please get in touch or apply via the link provided

Posted: July 1st, 2026