M Group Energy
Portfolio Manager - England
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Portfolio Manager - England
Portfolio Manager – Substations (South Westregion)
Role Overview
At M Group Energy, we’re driving the future of essential infrastructure—from transmission and renewables to decarbonisation. This role requires a Portfolio Manager to play a strategic lead in our Transmission & Renewables team, overseeing substation projects across the South West (England). You’ll be responsible for ensuring safe, on-time, budget-conscious, and high-quality delivery of substation assets while embedding a culture of continuous improvement.
This isn’t just maintenance—it’s renewal, reimagining, and enabling the energy our world depends on. With a focus on personal growth, collaboration, and exceeding expectations, you’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact.
The Opportunity
Our Transmission & Renewables teams design, built and commission substations up to 400kV, construction and maintenance of transmission lines, and ensure reliable electricity delivery. This role is about defining and driving progress—coordinating multiple substation projects (new builds, upgrades, refurbishments) while building robust governance, risk management, and stakeholder relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Governance
- Define and execute a portfolio strategy aligned with business objectives, regulatory commitments, and long-term capital investment plans.
- Prioritise projects based on risk, value, resources, and regulatory obligations to optimise outcomes.
- Lead cost forecasting, budget management, and KPI tracking across the portfolio.
- Establish governance frameworks (stakeholder engagement, transparent reporting, and risk escalation protocols).
Project Delivery
- Oversee delivery performance across multiple substations, ensuring adherence to safety standards, industry practices, and NEC contracts (or equivalents).
- Monitor and address performance gaps, whether timelines, budgets, or technical risks.
- Champion a zero-tolerance safety culture at every stage of project execution.
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Stakeholder & Risk Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams (engineering, project management, finance) and external stakeholders (clients, regulators).
- Act as the senior escalation point for complex issues and conflicts.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate technical, commercial, and regulatory risks at a portfolio level.
- Drive standardisation of best practices in substation design and construction.
Resource & Compliance
- Ensure effective resource allocation for engineering, project management, and commissioning activities.
- Provide regular, executive-focused reporting to leadership and clients.
What You’ll Bring to the Team
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Essential:
- Proven project management experience (preferably in electrical infrastructure).
- Specialist knowledge of substation design, construction, or delivery (HV/MV).
- Deep understanding of transmission/distribution systems and grid operations.
- Large-scale portfolio management experience (preferably at £multi-million or £bn scale).
- Familiarity with regulated industries and decision-making frameworks.
- Certification/familiarity with NEC contracts (or other project delivery models).
- Full UK driving licence (due to field-based work).
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Desirable:
- Experience working within renewables or asset-intensive sectors.
- Background in risk management Governance, Reporting & Compliance (GRC).
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Why Join Us?
We’re not just investing in infrastructure—we’re investing in you. Enjoy these unbeatable benefits:
- 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays (flexible working options).
- Comprehensive private healthcare plan (including a 24/7 online GP service).
- Discretionary bonus scheme.
- Company car & fuel card (choose from an EV or hybrid vehicle).
- Matched pension scheme (or contributory option).
- Employee assistance programme and life assurance.
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave (well above industry standards).
- Industry-recognised training & development programmes for all career stages.
About Us
At M Group Energy, your impact matters. We’re on a mission to become an employer of choice, committed to diversity, innovation, and sustainability.
Our Values
✔ Responsibility: We go further for people, clients, communities, and the planet. ✔ Openness: We’re boldly creative—we want to exceed, consistently. ✔ Together: As one team, we unite and unlock potential. ✔ Ambition: We embrace change through essential infrastructure leadership.
Our ENABLE inclusion networks provide support for employees who share common goals—because everyone belongs.
As one of the Top 100 UK companies recruiting veterans, we celebrate ambition, creativity, and collaboration. This is the time to make your mark.
Application Note
🚀 Roles may close before the advertised date—apply promptly to be considered. ✔ Background checks are standard for this role, including pre-emptive drug/alcohol testing if required.
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