WSP in the UK & Ireland
Transmission & Distribution Project Manager (Energy)
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Transmission & Distribution Project Manager (Energy)
Senior Project Manager (Energy Networks) – Transmission & Distribution
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Key Responsibilities
We are looking for a Project Management Professional with expertise in high-voltage substation design for transmission and distribution companies in the UK & Ireland. This role will involve:
- Team Leadership: Forming and managing project teams, identifying external support requirements
- Stakeholder & Client Engagement: Defining project deliverables, managing client relationships, and driving contract compliance
- Project Delivery:
- Developing project plans and detailed programmes
- Controlling time, resources, and budgets against forecasts
- Monitoring progress and reporting milestones
- Technical Governance: Leading engineering design teams to deliver project outputs
- Proposals & Tender Support: Assisting bid teams in developing commercial responses
- Risk & Change Management: Ensuring quality controls and managing potential risks in delivery
- Vendor & Consultancy Coordination: Managing procurements and framework services for clients
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Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Proven track record in managing transmission and distribution projects for utilities, developers, or government clients
- Specialist knowledge of UK regulated and non-regulated energy sectors, with experience in:
- High-voltage substations & system network planning
- Overhead power lines, transformers, SCADA/DMS, and HVDC networks
- Project Management Certification (APM or PMI) or equivalent experience
- Client Liaison & Relationship Building skills in a high-stakes environment
- Technical familiarity with MS Office (especially MS Project) and Primavera P6 is advantageous
- Degree or equivalent in an engineering discipline (civil, electrical, or related field)
- Disciplinary knowledge of energy regulatory frameworks
Role Specifics
- Division: Energy Networks – a growing team across UK & Ireland, backed by WSP’s global technical expertise
- Impact: Your work will drive innovative, cost-effective solutions for the energy transition, from design through lifecycle support
- Opportunities: Collaborate with owners, lenders, developers, and operators on complex infrastructure
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Why WSP?
At WSP, we go beyond projects—we shape a better future. Join a team of 69,000+ professionals dedicated to: ✅ Flexible work: Hybrid (2 days remote) with modern offices and WSP My Hour for personal well-being ✅ Inclusive Culture: Your voice matters—we celebrate diversity with ERGs, transparent policies, and menopause support ✅ Impatient growth: Invest in your development with training, mentorship, and professional qualifications ✅ Commitment to health: Virtual GP access, Gymflex benefits, and work adjustments to support all backgrounds
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Key Dates & Equality
Closing date: [Replace with client-provided date] Diversity Commitment: WSP is a Disability Confident Leader. Applicants with accessibility requirements can request adjustments.
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