Division: Power
Reports to: Senior Project Manager
Circet UK are looking for a Project Manager to join our Power division.
This role requires strong technical expertise and proven experience in managing overhead power line construction and maintenance projects up to and including 132kV. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team, including overhead line crews, tower painting teams, and civil works teams, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
Working with Circet:
Circet Ireland & UK have built an ever-growing portfolio of specialist services. We are leading providers to the Telecommunications, Transport Infrastructure and Power Sectors in Ireland and the UK. We are driven to be innovative and proactive in delivering solutions that meet our client’s expectations while not losing sight of their changing requirements. With over 4500 employees across Ireland & UK we continue to bring people together to make this happen.
Responsibilities of the Project Manager:
- Project Delivery: Drive and manage projects to meet or exceed KPI targets, ensuring technical compliance and quality standards.
- Technical Leadership: Provide clear direction and technical guidance to project teams, including subcontractors.
- Compliance: Ensure full adherence to CDM regulations, Streetworks legislation, and all statutory requirements. Resource Planning: Determine and allocate resources for all phases of the project, including technical specialists.
- Performance Management: Monitor productivity, assign roles, and ensure tasks are completed according to specifications and technical requirements.
- Commercial Oversight: Take ownership of financial aspects of the project, preventing cost overruns and identifying opportunities for efficiency.
- Risk Management: Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Safety & Quality: Enforce company safety policies and ensure all works meet HSEQ standards.
- Client Engagement: Maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, providing technical updates and solutions.
- Innovation: Recommend improvements in processes, technology, and methods to enhance project delivery.
Knowledge & Skills Requirements:
- Technical Expertise: Strong understanding and experience of overhead line construction and maintenance up to 132kV.
- Qualifications: CDM trained; IOSH/NEBOSH desirable. National Grid or DNO Authorisations (e.g., Competent Person / Senior Authorised Person)
- Regulatory Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of HSEQ regulations and UK power industry standards.
- Leadership: Excellent communication and team management skills.
- Industry Experience: Previous experience in the power sector, ideally with
- Project Management: Proven ability to manage complex technical projects from inception to completion.
- Driving Licence (essential for site visits)
Why work in Circet?
- Be part of a company that encourages involvement, diversity and inclusion
- Be part of a company that nurtures excellence and develops leaders
- Be part of a company that encourages personal development and career progression through our further education programme, mentoring programme and pathway programme
- Be part of a company that is dedicated to making a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility
- You will get a competitive salary and a benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave per annum, life assurance, access to Employee Assistance Programmes and access to career developmental opportunities
Circet IRE & UK is an inclusive organisation and welcomes all applications. Our mission is to create a workforce that consists of individuals with talent, skills and potential across all areas of our business. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.