Project Manager - Protection & Control HV Substations

  • Turner Lovell
  • Oct 22, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description


Project Manager- Protection & Control

  • Location: remote working available with travel to sites across the UK.
  • Experience as a Project Manager in both managing the implementation of control and protection systems and EPC experience on substation projects within the UK is critical for this role.
  • You will work closely with internal stakeholders, including the engineering and commercial teams, as well as external customers and suppliers.
  • This role leads a portfolio of high-value projects focused on protection, control, and cybersecurity for National Grid or other DNOs and industrial customers.
  • You'll also oversee project teams, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.



Key duties:

  • Working closely with the rest of the Project Team, the PM will establish, implement and maintain the project delivery strategy.
  • To lead, coordinate and oversee the successful delivery of protection and control equipment on sites - from point of order right through to installation and handover
  • Work with the manufacturing factory, engineering team and commercial teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, to quality & SHEQ standards and within budget.
  • Manage and lead a portfolio of Projects and collaborate with customer's senior partners to ensure customer's agreement, handle the programme and address any commercial issues.
  • Liaise with customers to understand their requirements and manage their expectations.
  • Manage and foster a strong relationship with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
  • Work with the internal engineering team to assist with project processes and efficiency



We are looking for:

  • Significant knowledge in the Transmission & Distribution Sector (power generation networks).
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or a similar related field
  • Project Management qualification (desirable but not essential).
  • Strong competence in Protection and Control equipment and technology.
  • Project Management within the UK renewable energy industry (DNOs and TSOs in the UK.)
  • Experience in subcontract management, site CDM management and management of commissioning activities.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.



You should apply if:
- If you are confident in your ability to combine technical expertise with strong project management capabilities.
- If you are comfortable working both independently and as part of a cross-functional team, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.

If this opportunity sounds right, please reach out to Yana Arif ( (url removed directly to apply or request more information about this role.