Job Description

Salary – In the region of £80-90k, inc benefits

Location- North Wales, UK

Role Type- Full-time

About Us-

Aaron HV as part of the Aaron Engineering Group is a leading supplier in the infrastructure sector, known for our innovation, commitment to excellence, and dedication to delivering high-voltage solutions that power the country. With a focus on sustainable and impactful projects, we are expanding our EHV/HV team and seeking a talented Senior Project Manager with expertise in Extra high-voltage (EHV) cabling to lead and drive the success of our talented team on large scale project work.

Job Description-

As a Senior Project Manager with EHV cabling experience, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the full project lifecycle of high-voltage cabling projects. This role requires a seasoned professional who can effectively lead cross-functional teams, manage resources, and ensure the successful execution of projects within scope, budget, and timeline. If you have a proven track record in delivering complex EHV cabling projects and are passionate about shaping the future of the energy industry, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage high-voltage cabling projects from initiation to completion, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Provide technical expertise in HV cabling design, installation, and testing phases of projects.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, construction, and quality assurance teams to optimize project performance.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, issues, and challenges to ensure successful project delivery.
• Foster strong client relationships and ensure customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead and mentor project teams, promoting a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Project Management, or a related field. Advanced degree is a plus.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager with a focus on high-voltage cabling projects, with a minimum of 20 years of successful project delivery.
• In-depth knowledge of high-voltage cabling design, installation, and testing processes.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively manage and motivate project teams.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices.

Experience :

• Experience of working under NEC 4 contracts (Essential)
• Experience working on the National Grid (Essential)
• Educated to degree level (preferably in an engineering, business or project management discipline) (Essential)
• A recognised project management professional qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, APM Project Management Qualification) (Essential).
• Extensive experience of working in a high hazard industry or major infrastructure projects (Essential).
• Experience of working on major EHV and HV Cabling projects
• A recognised professional Health & Safety qualification (e.g NEBOSH, IOSH)
• Experience in contract management including a detailed understanding of contract methodologies and the management of commercial risk.
• Proven performance of successfully leading and delivering large complex projects to time, cost, and quality throughout the project lifecycle.
• Knowledge and understanding of regulatory requirements and legislation including procurement, environment, and health & safety.

• Familiar with NG rules & regulations.
• Have an appreciation of deep shaft and tunnel working environments.
• Have an appreciation of heavy lifting and large cable pulling activities.
• Ability to lead collaborative teams and act as a role-model for the site standards, expectations, and behaviours.

• Experience of working closely with supply chain partners, and managing wider stakeholders (e.g. Landowners, Local Authorities, the Environment Agency, etc)

Essential Skills and Competencies :

The jobholder must be a motivated self-starter, possessing:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to meet targets in a commercial environment.
• People management skills and ability to motivate and engage staff.
• The ability to deliver strong financial performance in a contracting environment.
• A proven understanding of safety and quality management
• The ability to engage at a specific and detailed level with key tasks, evidenced by those tasks being executed in a highly efficient manner.
• Personal integrity, resilience and the robustness needed to operate in a fast changing highly commercial contracting environment.