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Protection & Commissioning Manager
Job Posted: 3 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Blackburn with Darwen, Lancashire
Expire in: 24 days
Job Description
A new opportunity is available for a Protection & Commissioning Manager to oversee high-voltage infrastructure projects ranging from 11kV to 132kV. The role involves leading a team responsible for testing, commissioning, and technical assurance across a portfolio of electrical projects, ensuring all work meets the required design, safety, and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a portfolio of projects valued between £10m and £50m, from design through to commissioning
Develop and implement testing and commissioning policies and procedures
Provide technical leadership across the delivery team, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards
Act as the main point of contact for technical assurance throughout the lifecycle of a project
Produce and review reports on commissioning status, trends, and risks
Ensure projects are delivered safely on time, and to the agreed quality and performance standards
Support the tendering process by contributing to technical submissions and reviewing proposals
Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with relevant ISO, HSE and quality standards
Provide support to business development and estimating teams when required
Required Experience and Qualifications
Strong background in electrical engineering within the utilities or infrastructure sector
Proven experience working under NEC4 PFC and ECC contracts
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (minimum 5 years' post-grad experience)
Chartered status or working towards a professional qualification (e.g. RICS or similar)
Experience managing the commissioning of large-scale HV systems and substations
Knowledge of construction contract terms including NEC, IET and JCT
Strong communication, reporting and team leadership skills
Familiarity with cost control, forecasting, and compliance within engineering project delivery
Benefits Package
Competitive base salary
Car or car allowance
Annual bonus scheme
Private healthcare
25 days' holiday (increasing with service)
Contributory pension scheme
Employee rewards and discount platform
Support for professional development and trainingLocation: Blackburn or Teeside (with hybrid working)
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
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