Project Manager

SP Electricity North West manages and invests in the power network that supplies electricity to the 2.4m homes and businesses across the North West. Our 2,400 colleagues manage the 13,000km of overhead lines, 44,000km of underground cables and thousands of electricity substations to keep power flowing and supporting green growth. We’re one of six distribution network operators in the UK and are regulated by Ofgem. We’re proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry’s most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference. Now part of the Iberdrola and Scottish Power group, we’re collectively building smarter, greener electricity networks that will get Britain growing by investing in a better future, quicker. A Fantastic Opportunity : Project Manager We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to join our Connections Major Projects Team, taking ownership of a portfolio of high-profile customer projects from inception through to completion. This is a pivotal role where you'll manage the delivery of major electrical demand and distributed generation projects up to 33kV and 132kV, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest standards of customer satisfaction. Working with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, you'll play a key role in maintaining strong customer relationships while driving successful project outcomes.We're looking for a commercially aware and highly organised Project Manager with a recognised project management qualification such as PRINCE2 or APM, alongside proven experience managing a portfolio of customer projects within 132kV is highly desirable. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex, multi-stakeholder projects in a dynamic environment. As such, we're seeking someone who is resilient, proactive and confident operating within a demanding workload, balancing multiple priorities while maintaining focus on delivery, quality and customer experience. The successful candidate must, at the start of employment have permission to work in the UK without sponsorship. What you’ll be doing You will take full accountability for the successful delivery of a portfolio of customer projects, overseeing commercial performance, budgets, schedules, risks and project governance throughout the project lifecycle. Working closely with customers, contractors, delivery partners and regulatory bodies, you'll ensure projects are delivered efficiently while maintaining full compliance with regulatory and corporate requirements. The role will involve leading multidisciplinary project teams, fostering collaborative working relationships and promoting a positive health and safety culture across all project activities. You'll regularly provide updates to both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring transparency, effective communication and strong project control throughout. What we’re looking for You'll be a collaborative and results-driven professional who combines strong analytical and organisational skills with outstanding customer focus. You will demonstrate the confidence and tenacity to overcome challenges, the initiative to drive projects forward and a commitment to continuous improvement, both individually and as part of a wider team. PRINCE2, APM or equivalent Project Management qualification. Proven experience managing a portfolio of projects within the utilities sector. Experience delivering customer-led electrical distribution projects at 33kV and/or 132kV. Strong project planning, scheduling, budget and risk management skills, including proficiency in MS Project. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with a strong customer focus. Commercially astute with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environm