Project Manager (Power)

Marsh RPF

  • United Kingdom
  • £75,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 29 days ago
LOCATIONLondon & South East KEY RESPONSIBILITIESReporting to the Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of assigned projects and workstreams within our Power Division. This includes overseeing on-site operations, driving programme delivery, and ensuring compliance with SHEQ standards, contract specifications, and financial targets. You will act as a key liaison between internal teams, clients, and contractors, providing leadership in both technical and commercial matters.
  • Manage substation, civil and cable installation projects up to 132kV (and occasionally up to 400kV), ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery
  • Lead teams on site, driving high standards of safety, workmanship, and professionalism
  • Plan, monitor, and resource projects effectively to meet commercial and operational goals
  • Ensure compliance with legislation, contract requirements, and company policies
  • Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings, and ensure all SHEQ standards are upheld
  • Conduct site audits, manage risk, and promote a culture of zero harm
  • Work closely with the commercial team to manage variations, CVRs, and final accounts
  • Handle recruitment, training needs, and performance reviews for direct reports
  • Maintain excellent site records and ensure all reporting (HSEQ, commercial, programme) is accurate and timely
  • Build positive relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
  • Oversee subcontractor performance and drive continuous improvement in delivery
  • Take ownership of documentation including RAMS, drawings, work programmes, and KPI tracking
  • Lead by example in all operational and behavioural standards
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREDExperience * 3–5 years' experience in a similar management role within the power or utilities industry
  • Proven leadership of site teams in live project environments
  • Strong record of delivering against programme, safety, and commercial targets
  • Understanding of contracts (e.g. NEC, JCT, ICC) and experience on fixed-price or cost-plus projects
  • Proficient in MS Office, Outlook, and project planning tools (MS Project or Primavera)
  • Experienced in file management, audits, and compliance reporting
Skills & Attributes * Confident, proactive leader with excellent people management skills
  • Commercially aware and technically competent in power engineering
  • Strong planning, organisation, and communication skills
  • High level of accuracy in documentation and reporting
  • Comfortable managing multiple workstreams under pressure
  • Able to deliver safety briefings and performance feedback clearly and confidently
  • Professional, respectful, and driven to uphold company values
Qualifications * SMSTS (CITB or equivalent)
  • EUSR (Power)
  • HSG47 awareness
  • BESC / PERSONS (National Grid competencies preferred)
  • Temporary Works Supervisor
  • NRSWA Supervisor
  • First Aid & Fire Marshal
  • Full UK driving licence
SALARY & BENEFITSUp to £75,000 + car allowance, bonus and benefits

Marsh RPF