Project Manager

Electricity North West Construction & Maintenance Limited (ENWCML) is the specialist engineering arm of the Electricity North West Group. We deliver high and low voltage infrastructure services across the UK, operating independently from the regulated network business. Our expertise spans the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of private electrical networks for commercial and industrial clients.

With a growing national footprint and a reputation for technical excellence, ENWCML plays a vital role in supporting the UK’s energy transition and infrastructure resilience.

Now part of the Iberdrola and ScottishPower group, we’re building smarter, greener electricity networks to help Britain grow—investing in a better future, faster.

A Fantastic Opportunity: Project Manager

As a Project Manager, you will own a portfolio of construction projects from the point of sale all through delivery up to final customer handover and financial completion. Leading the project team, you will be required to make sure everyone works to the project scope, to produce a high quality product in a safe way whilst also outperforming budget and achieving the customers delivery timelines. You will own your customer’s relationship and will aim to complete our work providing customer satisfaction that will maintain excellent relations leading to future project opportunities.

You will have a sound working knowledge and understanding of electrical construction, commercial contracts, customer relationships and site safety. Focused on delivery, you will be accountable for developing the Construction Phase Plan, and producing RAMS to ensure safe delivery of projects. Provide clear communication of the required scope, specifications and timelines, along with information of all hazards, risks and controls for work, that are needed for the project to be completed on time, to a high standard and within budget.

You will be responsible for the successful delivery of a portfolio of construction projects valued between £250,000 and £2 million, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. The role involves leading all aspects of health and safety compliance, including adherence to CDM regulations, construction phase plans, risk assessments, incident reporting, and company safety procedures.

Acting as the key point of contact between customers, site teams, and office-based stakeholders, you will provide leadership and support throughout the planning and delivery of both current and future projects. You will oversee contractors and directly employed operatives, ensuring effective site management and maintaining the highest standards of workmanship, safety, and operational performance.

A strong customer focus is essential, with responsibility for delivering excellent service through clear communication, maintaining safe and well-organised working environments, meeting planned outage dates and times, and ensuring all work is completed to the required quality standards and customer expectations.

What we’re looking for

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who meet the following criteria:

• Experienced in project management, co-ordinating resources, materials and site activities within given budgets for engineering focused projects;
• Gained a Higher National Certificate, equivalent qualification or have completed a formal apprenticeship within electrical engineering; (desirable).
• Have experience working with Low Voltage and High Voltage electrical systems (up to 11kV), plant and equipment;
• Hold a valid, full UK driving licence;
• Hold any of the following training certifications; SSSTS, SMSTS, ECS
• Experienced in managing civil and substation construction projects (11kV), working in or adjacent to roads and highways, holding New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) accreditation;
• Experience working with NEC and JCT contracts

What we’re offering

We value your expertise. In return, you’ll receive:

• An annual bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service
• Car allowance or Company Vehicle
• Private Healthcare
• An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
• A market-leading contributory pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We’re proud to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that embracing our differences makes us stronger.

If you need any adjustments or support during the application process, please contact our Recruitment Team at [email removed] or call [phone removed] (option 2).

Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by SP Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a Medical Appointment, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), and a Drug & Alcohol test.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable