Construction Manager – Electrical/EHV Cable Projects

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the biggest Carbon Capture project in the UK as an Electrical Construction Manager. You will lead the safe and efficient delivery of a 275kV underground cable installation, supporting the wider CCUS development in Teesside.

Key responsibilities

• Manage 275kV cable installation activities including pulling, jointing and testing support.
• Coordinate subcontractors, jointing teams and specialist suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with RAMS, ITPs, permits and quality procedures.
• Monitor construction progress, report risks, issues and resource requirements.
• Lead daily site briefings, toolbox talks and look‑ahead planning.
• Coordinate access, logistics and construction interfaces with the wider project team.
• Maintain quality records and handover documentation.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Construction Manager on EHV underground cable projects.
• Strong experience with 275kV and preferably 400kV cable systems.
• Experience managing cable pulling subcontractors and EHV jointing teams.
• Excellent leadership, planning and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Ability to work on site in Teesside from September 2026 to August 2027.

Required skills

• 275kV cable systems
• 400kV cable systems
• EHV underground cable installation
• Cable pulling
• Cable jointing
• RAMS (Risk Assessment Method Statements)
• ITPs (Inspection Test Plans)
• Quality documentation

What we offer

• Salary £70,000 – £90,000 per annum
• Company benefits