Project Engineering Manager – HV Transmission
Contract - Outside of scope of IR35
Location: Manchester
Hybrid: 2 -3 days per week in office
Duration: 12 months
We’re supporting the mobilisation of a major HV transmission programme and are seeking a Project Engineering Manager with recent experience on National Grid substation projects to lead the coordination and delivery of multidisciplinary design through all stages of project development.
This is a pivotal role for a technically experienced and commercially aware professional, capable of overseeing large-scale design packages, managing stakeholders, and driving engineering excellence on complex infrastructure works.
The Role
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Manage the delivery of multi-disciplinary design across National Grid transmission projects, from bid and FEED through construction
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Lead internal design teams and third-party consultants to ensure design intent meets technical, safety, commercial, and environmental expectations
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Oversee subcontractor design packages and manage technical approvals
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Support and advise on buildability, safety by design, and maintainability
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Liaise with planning authorities and statutory bodies (e.g. DNOs, utility providers) as required
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Drive the development and tracking of the design deliverables programme, including gate reviews, change control, and value engineering
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Lead BIM coordination and data sharing practices in line with client protocols
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Promote Lean construction principles and ensure lessons learned are captured and shared across the business
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Monitor and optimise design budgets and resource allocation
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Serve as the primary liaison between engineering, commercial, and delivery teams—ensuring alignment and clarity at every stage
What You’ll Bring
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Recent, hands-on experience managing design delivery on National Grid substation or HV transmission projects
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In-depth understanding of UK transmission regulations, engineering governance, and National Grid standards
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Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical design scopes and third-party teams across multiple disciplines
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Strong commercial awareness and experience with design budgeting, risk/value management, and programme tracking
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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Working knowledge of BIM standards and digital collaboration tools
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A strong safety focus with a track record of promoting Safety by Design principles
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Degree in Electrical, Civil, or relevant engineering discipline; Chartered Engineer status preferred
This is an opportunity to take a lead role in delivering nationally significant energy infrastructure. If you’re a confident and delivery-driven Engineering Manager with deep sector knowledge, we’d like to hear from you.
