Senior Project Manager (Protection & Control Systems)

Website Turner Lovell

Senior Project Manager (Protection & Control for HV Substations)

Location: remote working available with travel to sites across the UK.

Turner Lovell are looking for an experienced Project Manager (Senior Project Manager) with a strong understanding of the installation of protection and control equipment. This opportunity is available with a market-leading, innovative engineering firm that is he

lping to power the UK transmission & distribution grid. As the Senior PM or Project Manager, you will lead, coordinate, and oversee the successful EPC delivery of control & protection systems within substations in the UK.

About the Role
• Experience as a Project Manager in both managing the implementation of control and protection systems and EPC experience on substation projects within the UK is critical for this role.
• You will work closely with internal stakeholders, including the engineering and commercial teams, as well as external customers and suppliers.
• This role leads a portfolio of high-value projects focused on protection, control, and cybersecurity for National Grid or other DNOs and industrial customers.
• You’ll also oversee project teams, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Key duties:
• Working closely with the rest of the Project Team, the PM will establish, implement and maintain the project delivery strategy.
• To lead, coordinate and oversee the successful delivery of protection and control equipment on sites – from point of order right through to installation and handover
• Work with the manufacturing factory, engineering team and commercial teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, to quality & SHEQ standards and within budget.
• Manage and lead a portfolio of Projects and collaborate with customer’s senior partners to ensure customer’s agreement, handle the programme and address any commercial issues.
• Liaise with customers to understand their requirements and manage their expectations.
• Manage and foster a strong relationship with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
• Work with the internal engineering team to assist with project processes and efficiency

We are looking for:
• Significant knowledge in the Transmission & Distribution Sector (power generation networks).
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a similar related field
• Evident experience in Project Management within the UK renewable energy industry (DNOs and TSOs in the UK), PM qualification desirable but not essential.
• Strong competence in Protection and Control equipment and technology.
• Experience in subcontract management, site CDM management and management of commissioning activities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.

You should apply if:

– If you are confident in your ability to combine technical expertise with strong project management capabilities.

– If you are comfortable working both independently and as part of a cross-functional team, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.

Great opportunity for:
• Those starting their Project Management career
• Professionals ready to take the next step

Tailored support includes :
• Professional APM accreditation
• Hands-on development
• Strategic exposure
• Clear progression path to senior roles

Team environment :
• Join a well-established group of experts in the Transmission & Distribution sector

Key responsibilities :
• Deliver and manage operational performance
• Oversee financial performance
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships

If this opportunity sounds right, please reach out to Yana Arif ( ) directly to apply or request more information about this role.

Keywords: Project Management, medium voltage, high voltage, switchgear, control panels, distribution, electrical engineering, transformers, protection & control, National Grid

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