Hampshire Recruitment Group
Project Manager Electrical
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Project Manager – Electrical (ICP / LV & HV Power Projects)
Interested in this role? You can find all the relevant information in the description below.
Location: Colchester, Essex
Salary: £75,000 - £80,000
Working Hours: 07:30 – 17:30 (47.5-hour week)
The Opportunity
Are you an experienced Electrical Project Manager with a strong background in Independent Connections Provider (ICP) projects, HV/LV networks, and power infrastructure?
Our client is a well-established and rapidly expanding Groundworks, Civils, and Power specialist delivering critical infrastructure projects across the UK. Due to a substantial pipeline of secured works, they are seeking a driven and commercially aware Electrical Project Manager to lead the delivery of ICP, LV, HV, and 11kV projects, supporting major utility, commercial, industrial, and EV charging developments nationwide.
Based from their Colchester office, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a genuine family feel, strong financial backing, and ambitious growth plans within the power sector.
The Role
As Electrical Project Manager, you will take ownership of the full project lifecycle, from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover. You will be responsible for managing multiple power infrastructure schemes across the UK, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver ICP, LV, HV and 11kV electrical infrastructure projects from inception through to completion.
- Manage the installation of new electrical connections, network diversions, substations, and associated power infrastructure.
- Oversee the civils and electrical integration of large-scale EV charging infrastructure projects.
- Coordinate site teams, electrical engineers, subcontractors, DNOs, IDNOs, and key stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations, client specifications, and health & safety requirements.
- Monitor programme performance, budgets, project costs, and commercial risks.
- Maintain strong client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact throughout project delivery.
- Conduct site inspections, project meetings, and progress reviews to ensure milestones are achieved.
- Support project planning, resource allocation, procurement, and commissioning activities.
What You'll Bring
We are looking for an experienced power sector professional who understands the challenges of delivering complex electrical infrastructure projects within fast-paced environments.
Essential Experience & Skills
- Proven experience managing ICP projects involving new connections, network upgrades, and electrical infrastructure works.
- Strong background delivering LV/HV and 11kV projects.
- Experience within the power, utilities, civil engineering, or energy infrastructure sectors.
- Knowledge of DNO, IDNO, and utility connection processes.
- Experience managing EV charging infrastructure projects would be highly advantageous.
- Excellent client-facing, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong commercial awareness and project budget management experience.
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Qualifications
- Qualified Electrician or relevant electrical engineering qualification.
- SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- NRSWA, IOSH, or additional utility-related qualifications would be advantageous.
Flexibility
- Comfortable working a 47.5-hour week.
- Willingness to travel nationally and undertake occasional overnight stays as project requirements dictate.
The Package
Our client believes in rewarding success and offers an excellent package for the right individual:
- £75,000 - £80,000 Basic Salary
- Company Vehicle
- Fuel Card
- Laptop & Mobile Phone
- 29 Days Holiday (Including Bank Holidays)
- Ongoing Career Development
- Opportunity to play a key role in a growing ICP and power infrastructure division
- Join an established business with long-term secured work and ambitious growth plans
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Electrical Project Manager with ICP, LV/HV, 11kV and power infrastructure experience, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact James Grant at Hampshire Recruitment Group for a confidential discussion.
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