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Pre-Construction Manager (Major Projects) - EV Charging - Remote - Contract (Outside IR35) £400pd to £500pd
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Pre-Construction Manager (Major Projects) - EV Charging - Remote - Contract (Outside IR35) £400pd to £500pd
Pre-Construction Manager (Major Projects) - EV Charging - Remote
Role: Major Projects Pre-Construction Manager Contract: £400–£500 per day (Outside IR35) Duration: 6 months Location: UK-based / Remote (minimal field presence)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Major Projects Pre-Construction Manager to support the successful mobilisation and delivery of high-voltage (HV/EHV) infrastructure projects across the UK.
This is a key role within a growing delivery function, supporting complex electrical infrastructure schemes including substations, grid connections, renewables, large-scale solar and data centre projects. The successful candidate will take ownership of the pre-construction phase, ensuring projects are fully prepared for delivery and handed over seamlessly to operational teams.
The position requires someone comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple workstreams and collaborating with internal teams, Independent Connection Producers (ICPs), Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) and external delivery partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the primary point of contact for pre-construction enquiries and design coordination
- Develop, review and maintain accurate pre-construction programmes
- Gather, validate and assess site and technical data to enable accurate estimating and project mobilisation
- Coordinate with internal teams, clients and external partners to ensure readiness for construction
- Establish and manage project communication systems, documentation control and reporting structures
- Maintain project status reports and monitoring tools
- Attend project meetings to understand scope, constraints and delivery requirements
- Support preparation of pre-energisation documentation
- Provide operational and commercial reporting, including programme, budget tracking and progress vs target
- Support payment milestones and liaison with Project Managers regarding commercial status
- Assist in project development documentation, design submissions and stage gate approvals
- Undertake additional tasks as required to ensure effective project mobilisation and delivery
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Required Experience & Skills
- Extensive project management experience within the electrical utilities sector
- Experience with HV/EHV infrastructure (33–132kV or above), including substations and grid connections
- Experience working with ICPs and/or DNOs
- Proven track record managing complex, multi-million-pound infrastructure projects
- Strong understanding of full project lifecycle from feasibility through to energisation
- Experience in programme management and forecasting (P&L, budget tracking)
- Knowledge of Streetworks, permits, utility regulations
- Competency in MS Project (or equivalent project management software)
- Strong stakeholder and client management capability
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
- Excellent organisational and coordination skills
- Strong communication skills (able to translate technical/non-technical content for varied audiences)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaboration platforms
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Qualifications & Certifications
- Project management qualification (PRINCE2, APM, PMI or equivalent experience)
- SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
- Emergency First Aid at Work certification
- Full UK Driving Licence
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will:
- Be comfortable navigating complex HV infrastructure environments
- Understand what “good” mobilisation looks like in major projects
- Be proactive, detail-focused and commercially aware
- Thrive in collaborative, multi-stakeholder environments
- Be flexible and adaptable to varying project requirements
To apply, please submit your CV to: [george.taylor@everec.co.uk]
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