THE TEAM

At JSM Group, we specialise in delivering high-quality civil and cable installation services to the Electricity Supply Industry, including National Grid and Distribution Network Operators (DNOs). As we continue to expand, we are looking for a Project Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of assigned projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

SCOPE OF ROLE

As a Project Manager – Power Division, you will be responsible for managing individual projects or multiple contracts, ensuring the efficient use of resources, materials, plant, and equipment. You will lead operational planning, cost control, client management, and compliance, ensuring projects are completed incident-free, on time, and within budget. This role involves working on projects up to 132kV, as well as 275kV and 400kV, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

HOW YOU`LL SUCCEED

✔ Overseeing all operational aspects of assigned projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery
✔ Managing client relationships, demonstrating JSM’s technical and commercial value proposition
✔ Providing technical and operational input into tendering, estimation, and bid preparation
✔ Attending pre- and post-tender meetings, providing feedback to the Estimating Department
✔ Leading contract administration, ensuring compliance with IMS and contract terms
✔ Implementing and promoting SHEQ policies, ensuring safety and environmental compliance
✔ Delivering Site Safety Briefings, Toolbox Talks, and Near Miss reporting initiatives
✔ Conducting regular site visits and progress reviews with Site Agents
✔ Identifying and implementing innovations to improve project efficiency
✔ Coordinating with the Planning team to ensure workforce and resource alignment
✔ Managing contract-related commercial issues, including variations, interim applications, and final account negotiations
✔ Monitoring subcontractor performance, ensuring quality and adherence to program timelines
✔ Enforcing Yellow and Red card disciplinary procedures where required
✔ Providing operational and technical support to Site Agents and field teams
✔ Producing reports, presentations, and drawings/designs as required
✔ Investigating incidents and implementing preventative measures to enhance safety

WHAT IT TAKES

🔹 Proven experience in project management within the utilities, power, or infrastructure sectors
🔹 Strong technical knowledge of high-voltage (HV) infrastructure, including 132kV, 275kV, and 400kV networks
🔹 Expertise in contract management, cost control, and commercial negotiations
🔹 Experience working with DNOs, National Grid, and key power sector clients
🔹 Ability to lead and manage operational teams, ensuring project efficiency and compliance
🔹 Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously
🔹 Excellent stakeholder management and problem-solving skills
🔹 Proficiency in project scheduling, reporting, and financial oversight

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

We truly value your work, time, and skills! In return, we will offer you a competitive salary and some additional benefits to support your professional growth, including:

• First sight of vacancies within JSM Group before advertising externally
• Top-of-the-range equipment and the freedom to use the right tools and techniques for the job
• Participation in mentoring and coaching programmes
• 28 days of holiday (excluding bank holidays)
• 2 paid volunteering days a year
• Hybrid working pattern
• Continuous training and development, in both technical and business skills
• Regular internal networking opportunities

Equal Opportunity Statement
JSM Group Services Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Our ethos is to respect and value people’s differences, and to help everyone achieve more at work as well as in their personal lives so that they feel proud of the part they play in our success. We believe that all decisions about people at work should be based on the individual’s abilities, skills, performance and behaviour and our business requirements. JSM Group operates a zero-tolerance policy to any form of discrimination, abuse or harassment.