EHV Substation Project Manager; Energy

EHV Substation Project Manager (Energy)

Join WSP in the UK & Ireland. The role is part of our UK Transmission and Distribution team, focusing on large‑scale high voltage infrastructure (33kV-400kV).

• Develop HV and EHV project initial functional requirements into compliant, cost‑effective engineering solutions.
• Project manage the development and delivery of HV and EHV projects (cable, overhead, plant and civil) to time, cost, safety and quality.
• Interface with customers as well as internal and external stakeholders to deliver HV & EHV projects.
• Undertake the role of CDM Designer and/or Principal Designer for developed HV and EHV projects.
• Effectively communicate with internal engineering and industrial resources.
• Coordinate external service providers and administer commercial aspects.

• Minimum HNC in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience managing large and complex HV and EHV substation projects throughout the full project lifecycle.
• A strong understanding of electrical transmission and distribution plant items, controls and associated systems such as AIS/GIS switch gear, protection & control, power transformers, underground power cables and overhead lines.
• Optioneering – select the most suitable substation configurations (voltage levels, installed and firm capacities) as per functional requirements.
• Project Management experience delivering CAPEX and customer connection projects at voltages from 33kV to 400kV.
• Design knowledge of both AIS & GIS substations up to 400kV.
• Knowledge of engineering standards for HV and EHV plant, substations (including earthing and electrical clearances).
• Excellent understanding of the H&S and CDM requirements for large‑scale projects.
• Ability to undertake the role of ‘Designer’ and ‘Principal Designer’ under the CDM regulations.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation relating to the design of electrical substations.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Project Management
• Industry: Professional Services

WSP is a leading engineering and professional services firm with over 72,800 employees. Our UK and Ireland teams are dedicated to creating positive, long‑lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion.

Work‑life balance, hybrid working policy, inclusivity & belonging, health & wellbeing programmes, flexible working arrangements, development and training opportunities.

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.