Skills

Leadership

Job Specifications

I am seeking an experienced Power Project Engineer to join a newly mobilised 400/132kV substation project forming part of a major UK infrastructure development. The substation sits alongside a significant scheme including a large data centre and EV battery manufacturing facility.

This is a long-term project running through to 2029, with an initial contract through to December and strong potential for extension or permanent opportunity.

The Project

400/132kV substation development
Site recently mobilised
Early works include installation of gantries / ducting for overhead lighting connections, followed by substantial civils packages
Long-term programme through to 2029
Immediate requirement to support delivery during early-stage heavy civils works

The Role

This is a broad, hands-on Project Engineer role with significant responsibility from day one.

Initially, the focus will be on heavy civils and coordinating early works packages. As the project progresses, the role will develop into a more traditional Project Engineer position within a major substation environment.

You will:

Coordinate across multiple work packages (typically 2–3 simultaneously)
Maintain oversight of programme, technical compliance and delivery
Think beyond individual packages — operating with the mindset of an Assistant Project Manager
Provide technical depth in substation works, particularly around earthing and LV systems
Support a team that has strong general capability but requires deeper subject matter expertise

Given the level of responsibility, this role would suit someone who has previously operated as a Senior Project Engineer or stepped into leadership-level coordination on National Grid schemes.

Essential Experience

Proven experience working on high-voltage substation projects
Experience delivering works on National Grid projects (direct employment with National Grid not required)
Strong civils understanding within HV environments
Ability to coordinate multiple packages and operate at a senior level

Desirable / Required Authorisations

Earthing Control Person (ECP)
Earthing Application Person (EAP)
LVAP

The Opportunity

The team is strengthening due to a gap in specialist substation capability. They are specifically looking for someone who can bring technical depth and confidence to a complex HV environment.

Initial 6-month contract with extension likely
Project secured through to 2029
Potential to move into a permanent position

This is an excellent opportunity to join a nationally significant infrastructure project at an early stage and play a key role in shaping delivery.

For a confidential discussion, get in touch.

About the Company

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