Project Manager – Power Transmission Projects

Green Recruitment Company; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm based in the UK is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead high-voltage power transmission projects. This role requires managing projects from contract award to final delivery while ensuring compliance with UK electrical standards. Candidates must have at least 6 years of experience in project management with a strong proficiency in Primavera P6. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of project management experience in power transmission or similar sectors.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 for project planning.
• Strong communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end project execution including planning and scheduling.
• Coordinate with engineering and procurement teams.
• Ensure compliance with UK standards and regulations.
• Manage commissioning, testing, and handover activities.
• Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the execution of high-voltage power transmission projects across the UK. This role involves managing transformer and circuit breaker projects from contract award through to final delivery, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end project execution, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.

• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and site installation teams.

• Ensure adherence to UK electrical standards, health & safety regulations, and quality requirements.

• Manage site activities such as commissioning, testing, and customer handover.

• Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies.

• Maintain clear communication with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

• Prepare progress reports and present updates to senior management.

• Manage documentation control (drawings, O&M manuals, quality records).

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum 6 years of relevant project management experience in power transmission or similar sectors.

• Mandatory proficiency in Primavera P6 for project planning and control.

• Strong communication skills in English (native speaker preferred).

• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.