Electrical Project Manager – DNO / ICP

At Mitie, our people are our greatest strength, and our promise is to create a place to work where you can thrive and be your best every day. We're looking for an Electrical Project Manager – DNO / ICP who will manage electrical construction projects from design handover through to commissioning and completion, bringing strong technical, safety and stakeholder-management capabilities.

Responsibilities

Review project designs and ensure readiness for handover to the construction team; Ensure all electrical works comply with DNO G81, BS standards, client ERs, and other relevant regulations; Manage and deliver construction projects from design handover to final commissioning; Develop and maintain the Programme of Works, providing weekly, monthly, and 3-month lookahead updates; Identify key risks and critical path activities to maintain project delivery timelines; Oversee site safety and security, ensuring compliance with CPP, F10, and HSEQ documentation; Support the HSEQ Manager in preparing RAMS, audits, and other safety documentation; Conduct Quality Assurance (QA) checks, including pre-work inspections and post-completion sign-offs; Compile and collate test certificates, reports, and handover documentation; Lead and chair technical meetings with internal teams, clients, and DNO representatives

Requirements

HNC in Electrical or Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience; 5+ years in construction or electrical infrastructure projects; Proven experience within a NERS (National Electricity Registration Scheme) environment; Strong background in the installation or project management of electrical infrastructure up to 132kV; In-depth knowledge of switchgear, transformers, generators, and substations; Comprehensive understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) compliance in construction; Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills; Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure; Proactive, self-motivated and able to work independently as well as within multidisciplinary teams; Strong technical problem-solving skills and ability to resolve complex engineering challenges; Excellent communication skills for engaging stakeholders and producing clear documentation; Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet project deadlines

Nice to have

Experience with 3D CAD tools (e.g., Revit); CDEGS earthing modelling software

Benefits

Pension; Life Assurance; Private Healthcare; Cycle to Work Scheme; Employee Shares Schemes; Salary Finance Options; Holiday; Virtual GP; Financial wellbeing assistance; Flexible lifestyle benefits platform (Choices); High street discounts (MiDeals); Save-as-you-earn scheme; Mitie Matching Share Plan; Mitie Stars recognition scheme