Project Manager

City:
Stone
Department:
Energy
Employment Type:
Permanent
Job Ref:
0133
Posted:
9 June 2026

A Project Manager is required to manage a series of projects to deliver upgrades/modifications to existing Transmission substation protection and control systems for National Grid and other customers in the Power Transmission industry. The Project Manager will ideally have some experience gained in delivering projects, based in these disciplines to the Power Transmission industry or similar. This role will include occasional travel to customer sites.

Main Activities

Management role responsible for various projects, could be from the range of £50K to £2M, from inception through to delivery within demanding timescales
Ensuring that the project is delivered to timescale, specification, budget and customer satisfaction.
Overall financial responsibility for the projects
Experience of the management of subcontracts
People-management responsibility for leading and motivating a team of hardware, software and installation engineers.
Responsibility for all Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety aspects of the projects through the Company Q,E,H&S Manager and project H&S Advisor
Hold regular report and progress meetings with clients.
Assist in securing future business by cultivating customer expectations through excellent delivery.

Essential Requirements:

Demonstrable project management experience within an engineering industry, preferably Power Transmission industry or similar regulated background
Demonstrable experience planning and scheduling work activities using Microsoft Project.
Must be able to effectively communicate with all internal and external stakeholders.
Must be commercially astute & be able to identify early commercial and technical risks/issues and find resolutions.
Must have demonstrable track record of achieving project timescales, margins, customer satisfaction and quality.
Experience of subcontractor management
Strong leadership skills, including team management experience.
Experience and knowledge working to NEC3/4 contracts.

Desirable Requirements:

Working towards or completed the APM Practitioner Qualification or an equivalent recognized Project Management Course
Experience of Project Proposals and general bid work.

With a focus on operational technology and digital transformation, Capula, part of the Dalkia Group, has been a leader in advanced system integration for decades; optimising efficiency & delivering performance on a massive scale. But with continuous innovation at the heart of our business, we've always got our sights set on the future. We work in some of the most highly regulated and challenging industrial environments, and have delivered critical projects across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing.

At Capula, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity is celebrated in all its forms. We actively encourage applications from individuals of minority backgrounds, underrepresented groups, and those with disabilities. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives.

In return Capula offers the following benefits to permanent employees