Lead Project Manager - Electrical Location: Remote working - UK Wide, with travel to site. Salary: up to £100,000 (base) + benefits Position: Permanent

A leading UK utility infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Lead Project Manager to support the successful delivery of high-voltage electrical infrastructure projects across the UK (11kV-132kV, with occasional higher voltage exposure).

This is a key leadership role focused on managing the critical transition between design, procurement, and construction on complex, high-value projects. You will be managing a team of experienced Project Managers, providing technical oversight and performance leadership.

This opportunity offers the chance to work on major infrastructure programmes, collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, and contribute to the development of delivery capability within a growing organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the transition from project award through design development to construction readiness. Lead a team of Project Managers, ensuring effective delivery and performance standards. Coordinate the entire electrical design process, working closely with internal teams, consultants, and external stakeholders. Act as a key interface between network operators, third-party providers, and client engineering teams. Proactively identify and manage risks associated with design, programme, and delivery. Serve as a senior point of contact across project teams, maintaining clear communication and alignment throughout delivery. Lead engagement with suppliers and manage long-lead equipment risks to ensure timely procurement and programme delivery.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

Experience delivering HV electrical infrastructure projects (11kV-132kV) for data centre, grid connection or large-scale power projects. Strong commercial awareness within complex project delivery settings. Good understanding of design approval processes with network operators and relevant stakeholders. Experience managing projects of significant value and complexity. Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring project delivery teams. Ability to engage and manage a wide range of stakeholders across technical and commercial functions.

If this sounds like your next step, please apply or contact Anusha Gopalan (anusha.gopalan@turnerlovell.com / 020 4602 7660) for more information