Lead Project Engineer - Electrical

Lead Project Engineer - Electrical Join JSM Group to design and install power, digital, and specialist networks that keep critical industries running. Grow your skills, impact, and career with us. The Company Established in 1998, JSM Group designs and installs the power networks, digital infrastructure and specialist systems that critical industries run on from high-power grid connections and data centres to renewable energy. Our turnkey teams deliver complex infrastructure at speed, on time, and with reduced legislative, technical and commercial risk. Role Purpose The Lead Electrical Project Engineer will play a key role on-site in supporting the delivery of complex Data Centre, Renewable and network infrastructure projects. The role involves close coordination with design, commissioning, and construction teams. The successful candidate will oversee the quality and safety of installations, support commissioning efforts, and manage technical interfaces with internal colleagues and subcontractors. This is a site-based role requiring frequent travel with regular attendance at JSM offices, ideal for an experienced and ambitious engineer looking to further accelerate their career in the energy infrastructure market. Significant experience in the successful delivery of large-scale engineering or infrastructure projects from 11kV to 132kV is essential, with some experience in the construction of transmission-connected projects required. The Lead Electrical Project Engineer sits within the Engineering team, who form part of the wider Operations department, reporting to the Engineering Manager. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage site activities (electrical) across multiple new connections or infrastructure projects, from design development through to construction and final handover. Duties will involve safely coordinating and managing works within an operational open bus-bar substation for the DNO or TSO. • Take the lead on overseeing direct resource and subcontractor performance, ensuring all works are delivered safely and in accordance with the appropriate engineering standards and approved designs. • Act as the primary technical support across all electrically biased construction activities (up to 400kV), acting as the main point of reference for internal teams and external stakeholders. • Define construction strategy (electrical) for 11kV to 400kV projects, from design through to final commissioning, ensuring alignment with JSM engineering policies & procedures and approved designs. • Manage material and plant order requests, ensuring all plant and equipment being procured align with the approved design. • Ensure all site documentation, test sheets, and as-built records are completed on time and correctly. Manage the uploading of project documents onto Procure, the document management system. • Troubleshoot and resolve issues discovered during the construction phase and prepare technical reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders. • Interface with project management, design teams, and construction teams to ensure an integrated delivery. • Ensure construction plans and methodologies align with project requirements and integrate commissioning activities into the overall project programme. • Coordinate FAT & SAT attendance and ensure commissioning inputs are incorporated into project deliverables. • Provide technical input into bids and tenders, ensuring construction methodologies and programmes support a competitive and commercially sound tender submission. • Build trusted relationships with our clients, resolve escalations and drive positive customer satisfaction. • Represent JSM at client meetings, industry working groups and support trade exhibition events. • Ability to act as deputy Engineering Manager when required. Skills, Qualifications & Experience Essential: • Experience in the successful delivery of new connection or infrastructure projects connected to the UK transmission network (275kV & 400kV) • Vast experience of working in live substations for a DNO or TSO, in the UK, from 11kV to 400kV. • A valid substation entry competency (11kV to 132kV) for a DNO or TSO, in the UK. • Experience as an Authorised Person at 33kV to 132kV, on DNO, TSO or private customer networks. • Deep technical knowledge of HV plant and switchgear, substation design, cable systems, and protection & control. • Ability to interpret and apply engineering standards across a vast portfolio of projects. • A strong understanding of the UK Distribution Safety Rules. • Strong understanding of the DNO G81 technical standards, along with the requirements of the NERS scheme and other statutory bodies. • Experience supporting tendering, estimation, and work-winning activities. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and identify root causes. • A minimum of BTEC HNC in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent). • A valid emergency first aid at work competency and CSCS/EUSR site card. • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and present confidently. • Demonstrable track record of self-motivation and inspiring change in an evolving industry with increased utilisation of technology. • Flexible and pragmatic approach, able to work independently while also being a team player. • Full UK driving licence and willingness to frequently travel between sites across the UK. Desirable: • Experience as a Senior Authorised Person at 33kV to 132kV, for a DNO or TSO. • Valid substation entry and receiving safety documentation competency with UK Power Networks. OUR VISION To be the most trusted utility infrastructure provider, delivering sustainable, efficient networks — and an employer of choice. OUR VALUES Integrity · Respect · Continuous Improvement · Responsibility · Diversity & Inclusiveness · Unity Equal Opportunity Statement JSM Group Services Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on any protected ground, and we value the differences people bring. We operate a zero-tolerance policy on discrimination, abuse or harassment. Department Power Locations Head Office - Potters Bar Remote status Hybrid About JSM Group At JSM Group, we are a leading specialist infrastructure engineering company. We design and install the complex power networks, digital infrastructure and specialist systems a future-focused worldwide marketplace needs. From High-Power grid connections to Critical Utilities. Data Centres to Renewable Energy, our full turnkey solution teams manage the full scope to help advise and deliver complex infrastructure projects at speed, on time and with reduced legislation, technical and commercial risks.