Senior Project Manager

Morgan Sindall Group

  • England
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Ref 77972 Vacancy title Senior Project Manager Function(s) Project Management Contract type Full time permanent Region N/A Location(s) Birmingham/Bury St Edmunds/London DescriptionSenior Project ManagerLocation: Birmingham/Bury St Edmunds/LondonTalented people are the key to our successShape the Future of the UK's Power InfrastructureOur Energy Business Unit are delivering the backbone of tomorrow’s energy grid. We’re strengthening our engineering capability to deliver major overhead line (OHL) and transmission projects across the UK.The Role:We are looking for two experienced Senior Project Managers to join the ATNC (Norwich to Tilbury) project, part of National Grid’s Great Grid Partnership. One role will lead the 5km Underground Cable (UGC) section, and the other will manage the 101km Overhead Line (OHL) section. This £250m project is currently in its ECI phase, with site access planned for July 2027 and completion by Q2 2031. You will set and uphold the highest safety, cultural, and behavioural standards, prepare and implement Safe Systems of Work, and ensure successful delivery in line with Morgan Sindall standards. Civil engineering experience is essential, with energy sector experience desirable, alongside SMSTS and First Aid qualifications. This is a key opportunity to lead major infrastructure works from planning through to completion, delivering exceptional results for our customer.The Candidate:
  • Energy sector experience desirable
  • Educated to degree level or equivalent in relevant field
  • Chartered membership of a professional institution (desirable)
  • CSCS
  • Self-driven, results orientated with a positive outlook
  • Good management skills, with the ability to motivate employees to achieve high standard of compliance
  • Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills; able to manage projects simultaneously without compromising on standards and quality
  • Sound knowledge of the construction industry
  • Ability to ensure standards and specifications are met
  • Ability to work with senior management to set project and operational targets
  • Excellent negotiation and diplomacy skills and the ability to make a sound business case to senior stakeholders
What's in it for you?Below is a selection of benefits that are available to you at Morgan Sindall Infrastructure.
  • Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
  • Flexible and adaptable working
  • Family friendly policies and work/life approach
  • Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Recognition scheme and long service awards
  • Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
  • We also provide the option to participate in our share-save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.
About our Energy business unitWe have extensive experience in upgrading and replacing energy networks, delivering asset management for major UK energy companies and network operators.Our transmission and distribution services involve the upgrading and replacement of electricity assets both above and below ground. Within the electricity sector we install and maintain assets, including excavation, laying and jointing of cables, (fluid filled and XLPe), substations and overhead line, new build, repair and refurbishment services.We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team where you will have the opportunity to progress in your career. We are looking for people who share our passion on delivering great customer service whilst also being able to work within an enjoyable and hardworking team environment. Talented people are the key to our success, so if this sounds like you, apply now.Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People ‘Two Ticks’ accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.

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