Lead Project Manager
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Job Location:
Chesterfield - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Lead Project Manager OHL / Substation (Contract: 612 Months)
Start: Immediate
Workstyle: Site & Office Based
Project Mobilisation: Summer 2026
We are seeking an experienced Lead Project Manager with a strong background in Overhead Lines (OHL) and/or Substation projects to join our team on an interim basis for an initial 6 to 12month period. This role provides continuity and leadership on major transmission programmes while recruitment for a permanent position is underway.
Key Responsibilities
Provide senior project leadership across major electrical transmission works.
Lead the delivery planning and execution of a new 400kV GIS substation build.
Manage governance cost schedule risk and reporting activities in alignment with internal processes and HV procedures.
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams contractors suppliers and stakeholders to ensure safe and efficient project delivery.
Support mobilisation activities in preparation for construction starting in summer 2026.
Ensure full compliance with safety quality and regulatory standards throughout the project lifecycle.
Qualifications :
Skills & Experience Required
Proven experience working at a Lead Project Manager level within the highvoltage transmission environment.
Strong knowledge of 275kV-400kV systems governance and HV project processes.
Technical background in OHL or substation engineering and construction ideally including GISbased substations.
Excellent leadership communication stakeholdermanagement and coordination abilities.
Comfortable working across both sitebased and officebased environments.
Contract Details
Duration: 612 months
Start: Immediate
Role expected to support preparatory and delivery phases leading into summer 2026 and beyond.
Additional Information :
Equality Diversity & Inclusion
We at EGIS are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a Diverse Organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS your application will be assessed based purely on your experience the essential and desirable criteria and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyones contribution as this builds our culture and means if you work for EGIS you will be included listened to and respected.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
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About Company
Egis is a leading global architecture, consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work side by side with clients to build a more balanced, sustainable and resilient world.
