WSP in the UK & Ireland
Transmission & Distribution Project Manager (Energy)
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Transmission & Distribution Project Manager (Energy)
# Senior Project Manager (Energy Networks) – Distribution & Transmission
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark power systems and infrastructure projects, and connect with the brightest minds in energy engineering to deliver the best work of your career. Embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates diversity, innovation, and new ideas—while shaping a career as unique as you are.
# About the Role
We are seeking a Project Management Professional with expertise in high-voltage substation design, with prior experience providing design or system network planning for Distribution and/or Transmission Companies in the UK and Ireland.
This critical role involves:
- Forming and managing project teams, identifying additional support requirements beyond WSP Energy Networks.
- Defining and agreeing project deliverables with the client and project team.
- Overseeing contract delivery, including managing internal/external stakeholders and client relations.
- Developing project plans and programmes, controlling time, costs, and resources; monitoring and reporting progress.
- Leading engineering design resources to develop technical deliverables.
- Supporting bid teams in proposal and tender responses.
- Managing risk, change, and quality for successful project completion.
- Steering consultancy frameworks through key client engagements.
Project Scope WSP specialises in transmission and distribution networks, supporting clients across grid lifecycle stages—from Feasibility & Development to Implementation & Operation.
Our expertise spans:
- Overhead power lines, towers, transformers, and reactive compensation equipment
- Substations, switchyards, underground/submarine cables
- High-voltage direct current (HVDC) and extra-high-voltage (EHV) systems
- SCADA, DMS, and advanced transmission technologies
The UK/Ireland Energy Networks team operates within WSP’s global capability, ensuring consistent excellence across regional projects.
# Key Responsibilities
Your primary responsibilities include:
- Project Leadership
- Establish, document, and manage project teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
- Integrate technical expertise to develop robust project scopes, schematics, and deliverables.
- Coordinate with contractor and client stakeholders, balancing expectations and resource deployment.
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Strategic Management
- Responsible for tender submissions, proposal development, and commercial negotiations.
- Control and report project schedules, costs, and risk thresholds against approved baselines.
- Provide client technical and sustainable advice throughout all stages of network development.
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Stakeholder Engagement
- Build strategic relationships with utility companies, regulatory bodies, developers, and owners.
- Facilitate bid responses, client communication, and contract change management.
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Innovation and Compliance
- Apply industry-leading standards (HTA, IEE regulations, OFGEM guidelines).
- Deliver feasibility studies, network design upgrades, relocation projects, and capacity assessments.
- Work closely with transmission transmission operators (TSOs) and distribution network operators (DHOs) to deliver non-regificant and regulated networks.
# What We Need You to Demonstrate
We are looking for qualified candidates who meet the following criteria:
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Experience & Expertise
- Strong project management background in power systems, transmission, or distribution engineering.
- Proven success leading complex projects from feasibility to completion in UK/Ireland.
- Knowledge of regulated (OFGEM/f లేదు consume regulation) and non-regulated transmission/distribution sector.
- Experience in substation design, network planning, and HVDC/EHV compliance.
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Qualifications & Certifications
- U.K.-Ireland based with relevant engineering or project management qualifications (e.g. Chartered Engineer, APM/PMI credentials).
- Higher education in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., electrical, civil, or energy engineering).
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Technical Proficiency
- Experience using MS Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint) and MS Project. Unlike with a bonus for experience in Primavera P6 or other project planning tools.
- Strong technical aptitude for power system planning, subtransmission sequencing, and control room engineering.
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Communication Skills
- Ability to cut engaging relationship with prisoners, client management, and internal teams.
- Proven track record for bid management, proposal development, and negotiation.
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# Why Choose WSP?
We empower our employees to pursue passions while delivering impactful work at a global scale. Joining WSP provides:
# Work-Life Balance
- Hybrid work policy: two days in-office, three at home to enable collaboration and personal time.
- Modern, equipped offices across the UK route Ireland.
# Inclusivity & Belonging
- Celebrate all backgrounds, experiences, and ideas in our diverse, inclusive community.
- Employee resource groups facilitating shared support and career growth.
# Health & Wellbeing
- Comprehensive Thrive programme with coaching and mental health tools.
- Virtual GP access: instant online medical support for UK & Ireland-based employees.
- Gymflex: obtain 40% discounts on gym memberships (flexible benefits programme).
- Menopause support and workplace flexibility.
# Flexible Working
- WSP My Hour: daily small time to attend to personal needs.
- Part-time or flexible hours. Revenue of yearly leave and additional bank holiday scheduling.
# Career Development
- Globally recognized opportunities for training, mentorship, and chartership progression.
# About Us
WSP is a world-leading engineering and professional services firm comprising over 11,000 professionals across all nations and territories. We unite our people through a shared commitment to:
- Innovation, raising opportunities by blending creativity with expertise.
- Integrity, achieving a culture of trust and ethical business practices.
- Inclusion, empowering a workforce that reflects the diversity of society and communities.
Our global talent base delivers solutions that enhance lives across continents.
# At WSP, Everyone Counts
We are committed to an inclusive workforce. It is our standard to proactively welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Specifically, we adhere to British Equality Act principles and prioritize accessibility. Please request support for work reasonable adjustments if needed as part of your application.
Apply today and shape a future-powered by purpose, innovation, and diversity.
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