EHV Project Construction Manager
GB, Harrogate, England, GB • Permanent • Competitive

EHV Project Construction Manager

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GB, Harrogate, England, GB On-site Permanent 15 Applications
Competitive
Full-time
Posted 17 Sep 2026
Expires 17 Oct 2026

Job description

EHV Project Construction ManagerYorkshire (Hybrid)Permanent & Full TimeSalary (DOE) + Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits
Summary:Freedom Power Projects team are seeking a new Construction Manager to take ownership of the delivery of construction works for a ICP 132kV Substation project. This will include a mixture of Civils and Electrical works.
The candidate will be Yorkshire based and able to travel to work (or board locally) at the construction site near Harrogate
Key Deliverables:
Demonstrable experience on EHV/HV construction schemes at 132/66kV - experience in ICP, Private Networks or DNO project work is strongly preferable, though candidates with relevant transferable skills and backgrounds will be considered.

Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of Freedom Group and its customers
Responsible for both planning and overseeing the safe delivery of construction works.
Take ownership of project construction programme and work closely with the Planners to schedule updates and report on progress
Oversee implementation of the Quality management process on site – ensuring ITP’s used, photographs taken, documenting progress, hold points and client witness/inspection etc
Able to interpret engineering drawings, relay details and resolve any queries with the PM/Project Engineer/Design Engineers.
Working closely with the Project Manager, Engineering and Commercial teams, proactively anticipating and communicating risks, issues and progress to the project team.
Proactively managing H&S risks, issues & concerns so that an accident and incident free culture is maintained
Maintain awareness of H&S policy and rules and keep up to date on changes that impact your role.
Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations
Motivate Freedom and Supply Chain staff to deliver high quality work in a consistent manner.
Responsible for ensuring Sub-Contractors and Suppliers carry out works in a safe and professional manner representative of Freedom standards.
Resource planning and co-ordination associated with internal and external resources
Be creative in finding solutions to resource / schedule / construction problems to maintain project delivery
Preparation / checking and ensuring correct key safety paperwork is in place (CPP, RAMS, Permits, POWRA etc)

What We’re Looking For:

Civils or Electrical primary bias will be considered but experience of the other secondary discipline to a certain degree is required i.e. experience on multi discipline schemes required.

Hold SMSTS
Hold appropriate CSCS/ECS Card
CDM 2015 competent

Hold IOSH in Health & Safety - Desirable
Experience with Northern Powergrid (NPg) DNO competencies / requirements is not essential but would be favourable

Benefits:We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes:

Industry competitive Base Salary
Car/Car allowance
Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
Private Medical Insurance
Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice)
Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes.
Personal development programme

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