Type:
Contract
Salary:
Competitive
Published:
February 3rd, 2026
Location:
South East, GB
Reference:
HP-2698
Project Manager / Senior Authorised Person – 12 Month Contract – South East, England – Outside IR35 – Offshore wind – April start
I am currently recruiting for an experienced Project Manager / Senior Authorised Person to support a major infrastructure project within the transmission and distribution sector. This role would suit someone with a strong engineering background who combines HV authorisations with proven project delivery experience.
The Role:
- Act as the key interface between the client and site team
- Take full ownership of project delivery (programme, budget & scope)
- Manage stakeholders and provide regular progress updates
- Ensure full compliance with HSE regulations
- Oversee work packages and coordinate site teams
- Provide electrical safety from the system
- Issue and cancel safety documents
- Prepare and implement switching schedules
Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Project Manager within HV / Transmission / Substation projects
- Current or previous Senior Authorised Person authorisations (preferably 132kV+)
- Strong understanding of Electrical Safety Rules
- Experience managing budgets and reporting on financial performance
- Ability to liaise confidently with clients and senior stakeholders
- Engineering, production or maintenance background
Logistics:
- Hybrid
- Monday to Friday
- 12 month contract (Outside IR35)
- April start
If you are interested and meet the requirements, please send your CV to josie.wade@hunterephilips.com and your availability to discuss further. Alternatively, please call me on + 44 161 240 3228 or +44 7901 940 782