Senior Project Engineer
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Job Title – Senior Electrical Project Engineer
Their Purpose – An employee-owned high-voltage electrical engineering company specialising in power infrastructure, grid connections, and renewable energy generation. Their purpose is simple - to power the transition to a carbon-free future. With a strong pipeline of work extending beyond 2027, they are helping to shape the UK's clean energy future.
Location &, flexibility – Office based – Glasgow with some travel to sites when required.
Salary & Benefits: Salary up to £85k, Bonus up to 25%, 8% car allowance, Contributory pension scheme, Private health insurance, Healthcare cashback plan, life assurance, 25 days holiday + public holidays, Profit share scheme, training and professional development opportunities.
About the Job –
As a Senior Electrical Project Engineer, you will join an established projects team delivering large-scale electrical infrastructure and renewable energy projects. You will provide exemplary project management throughout the full project lifecycle - from concept and design through to commissioning - ensuring technical excellence, commercial control, and client satisfaction.
- Manage all phases of electrical infrastructure projects to ensure delivery on time and within budget
- Lead, mentor, and coach project engineers, fostering development and technical excellence
- Oversee project finances, budgets, and procurement including competitive tendering
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards across all projects
- Coordinate design, installation, and commissioning with internal and external stakeholders
- Attend site meetings, client briefings, and factory acceptance tests
- Collaborate with in-house engineering teams on layouts, cable schedules, and commissioning procedures
- Manage logistics of materials and equipment
- Maintain strong client and supplier relationships, acting as a trusted technical partner
- Represent the business professionally and proactively contribute to process improvement
About you -
- Minimum 5 years’ experience managing electrical or utility projects - Proven track record delivering projects valued £1–10 million - Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills - Degree or HND in Electrical / Project Engineering (HV systems experience preferred) - Working towards or achieved IET professional registration (IEng / CEng) - Excellent planning, commercial, and reporting skills - Proficient in MS Office with strong technical and financial acumen - Adaptable, resilient, and proactive, with full UK driving licence
If this one isn't quite right for you, then please still get in touch to discuss any other vacancies we have across the team.
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