Transmission

Transmission

Transmission & Grid

TLDR: LSP Renewables is a global leader in recruitment for renewable energy transmission and power grid infrastructure, placing HV engineers, HVDC specialists, protection & control experts and project managers across onshore and offshore substations, interconnectors and grid expansion programmes - with contractor mobilisation in 48–72 hours and permanent hire SLAs under two weeks.

Key Takeaways

End-to-end power transmission recruitment covering design, construction, commissioning and maintenance of HV substations, interconnectors and grid integration systems.
Expertise in both AC and HVDC transmission networks, offshore transmission cables and onshore grid expansion.
Global reach in UK, EU, North America, LATAM and Asia - handling contractor compliance (A1, visas, IR35) and payroll.
Rapid deployment with a 48-72 hour window for contractors and under two-week SLAs for permanent hires.
Sector-led talent pools of renewable energy grid specialists and transmission network consultants.

Our Transmission & Grid Sector Expertise

Onshore & Offshore Transmission

LSP Renewables is a global leader in transmission recruitment for renewable energy projects. We provide talent for onshore and offshore infrastructure builds - from HV substations and interconnectors to full grid integration systems - including smart‑grid integration considerations for renewable projects.

Interconnectors, HVDC, and Grid Expansion

Whether you’re delivering new assets or modernising old ones, we supply talent for HVDC engineer recruitment, interconnectors and large-scale grid expansion programmes. Our grid infrastructure consultants work across AC and HVDC engineer recruitment, interconnectors and large-scale grid expansion programmes, with a clear handle on the transmission and distribution scope clients operate within.

Transmission & Grid Roles We Commonly Place

Engineers, Project Managers, HV Technicians

We recruit for grid infrastructure jobs spanning design, construction, commissioning and maintenance. Roles include substation engineer jobs, HVDC engineers, P&C specialists, transmission project managers and commissioning leads - all with strong track records in high-voltage environments (substation commissioning experts, power transmission analysts).

Where We Operate

UK, EU, LATAM, Asia, North America

LSP supports permanent and contract hiring in 25+ countries, including the UK, Europe, North America, LATAM and Asia. We handle full onboarding for contractors - including A1s, visas, IR35 assessments and payroll - so you can focus on delivery (contractor compliance management).

Why LSP for Transmission?

Grid-Focused Talent Pools

We maintain one of the industry’s most comprehensive candidate networks for offshore transmission staffing and onshore builds. Our consultants understand the certifications, standards and delivery models essential for transmission infrastructure success (IEC standards, national grid codes, compliance frameworks).

Proven Global Delivery

With a 48-72 hour contractor deployment window and sub-2-week permanent hire SLA, our delivery model is built for urgent projects. Clients trust our sector-led methodology for speed, compliance and precision (power project mobilisation, high-voltage recruitment excellence).

FAQs

Q: What types of transmission projects do you support?

A: We recruit for onshore HV substations, offshore transmission cable systems, interconnectors, HVDC converter stations and large-scale grid expansion programmes.

Q: Which roles do you place in grid infrastructure?

A: HV engineers, protection & control (P&C) engineers, HVDC specialists, transmission project managers, substation commissioning leads and network integration consultants.

Q: Do you cover both AC and HVDC networks?

A: Yes - we have deep expertise in both alternating current (AC) and high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission systems across multiple regions.

Q: Can you manage contractor onboarding and compliance?

A: Absolutely - we handle A1 certificates, visas, IR35 assessments, local payroll and contractor mobilisation so you can focus on delivery.

Q: How quickly can you place transmission professionals?

A: Contractors can usually be mobilised in 48-72 hours, while permanent hire shortlists are delivered in under two weeks.

Latest Jobs

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Senior Quantity Surveyor

London - United Kingdom

Role Overview Reporting to the Project Manager, the Senior Surveyor oversees all commercial and contractual matters for their assigned project, managing surveyors and assistant surveyors to ensure successful delivery. On larger or complex projects, they may manage specific sections, reporting to a Managing Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager. 1. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure effective cost management through accurate forecasting and cost/value reporting. Lead procurement to maximise profit and meet company policy (references, HSEQ compliance, etc.). Monitor and maximise project cash flow. Support, advise, and train the site team on commercial matters. Mentor surveyors within the project team. Understand contractual requirements, ensure compliance, and protect the company’s contractual position (main, sub, consultancy). Promote professionalism and act in the company’s best commercial interests. Monitor and pursue main contract payments. 2. TENDER Review and assess main contract conditions, risks, and scopes. Evaluate sub-contract packages for inclusion in tenders. Identify value engineering opportunities. Assist the bid team and senior management as required. Provide tender input as needed. 3. PRE-CONSTRUCTION Develop a Procurement Schedule with the Project Lead. Review tender handover and fully understand project scope, risks, and allowances. Establish the first profit and loss forecast. 4. CONSTRUCTION Team Management Clarify staff roles/responsibilities, maintain morale, and encourage teamwork. Mentor junior staff and ensure effective communication. Attend and follow up on internal meetings. Subcontract Management Procure subcontractors per commercial policy with clear, complete scopes. Draft high-quality subcontracts covering quality, programme, HSEQ. Accurately measure, value, and record subcontract works. Issue contractual notices per sub-contract and LDEDC Act 2009. Conduct timely subcontract appraisals and share findings. Authorise payments based on verified, quality work. Maintain accurate subcontract liabilities and accruals. Record/recover contra-charges and monitor attendances. Procurement Produce subcontract and material procurement schedules with Project Lead. Ensure procurement progress meets programme needs and maximises buying opportunities. Align subcontract/procurement data with programme. Ensure sub-letting and procurement comply with policy. Provide feedback to the buying team to resolve gaps and issues. Client Understand and exceed client aspirations; maintain professional consultant relations. Administer client instructions promptly per contract. Agree valuation/report formats with PQS and advise the team on contractual requirements. Protect company commercial interests while maintaining positive client relations. Provide updated client cash flow and final account forecasts monthly. Enforce “no instruction, no work” policy for variations. Commercial Maintain detailed records of site activities and ensure compliance with commercial policy. Produce monthly valuations and commercial reports on time. Ensure accurate cost-to-date and forecast analysis. Authorise subcontract payments accurately and timely. Maximise revenue, manage risks/scopes, and minimise waste. Lead contractual planning strategy and ensure programme understanding. Manage commercial aspects of programme issues and team awareness. Maintain and complete warranty, PCG, and bond tracking schedules. Consultants (Traditional & D&B) Ensure consultants meet quality, timing, and contractual responsibilities. Issue notices where defaults occur and ensure compliance procedures. Procure consultants per policy and agreements, ensuring alignment with commercial interests. Attend design team meetings, provide feedback, and flag cost/time impacts. Health, Safety, Environment & Quality Support HSEQ compliance and act on any infringements. Ensure subcontractors meet HSEQ contractual obligations. Reinforce that all staff share H&S responsibility. Workspace/Asite Administer workspace systems per company policy. 5. POST-CONSTRUCTION Complete and action post-contract review. Resolve main contract and subcontracts promptly, with signed final accounts. Archive per commercial policy. Ensure subcontractors complete defects promptly post-PC, issuing notices for defaults. Apply for and chase retention payments. Remain responsible until the making-good defects certificate is issued. 6. OTHER DUTIES Identify and act on business development opportunities. Support and enhance the site team’s commercial awareness. Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion across all operations. Qualifications & Experience Essential Accredited course via RICS, CIOB, or ICES, or a relevant degree (e.g., construction, civil/structural engineering, urban/land studies). Proven experience as Senior QS/QS. Desirable Degree in Quantity Surveying with relevant experience.

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Senior Project Manager

London (Southern England & Midlands) - United Kingdom

Role Overview We are seeking a Senior Project Manager with a strong background in managing large-scale or multiple underground cabling schemes (132kV – 400kV). You will lead the delivery of multidisciplinary infrastructure projects from early engagement through to completion. You will be accountable for project performance across safety, quality, time and cost, while leading site teams and managing interfaces with clients, designers, DNOs/TSOs and supply chain partners. We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager, reporting directly to the Operations Manager to initially support the development of major EHV projects in the UK through the tender, preconstruction and early contractor involvement phases. Responsibilities Pre-Construction and Early Contractor Involvement • Provide operational support to specific tenders and undertake ECI as directed. • Ensure full understanding of complete documentation including revisions. • Ensure output matches specification. • Provide programme support and written text, plans, risk assessments as required for submission. • Chair and participate in meetings, interviews etc with subcons, clients and stakeholders. • Coordinate and manage option studies on major projects including cross site cable and landfall installations for windfarms, renewals, customer connections and EHV interconnectors. • Assist the procurement team with developing EHV Cable standards for supply chain procurement of HV Cable subcontracted works. Construction • Driving the incorporation and promotion of best practice in EHV Cable installation and ensuring the project team members align to the principles of IIF. • Be familiar with and observe all relevant statutory provisions applicable to construction and related industries. • Implement the company’s procedures for dealing with sub-contractors and ensure proper cooperation and co-ordination takes place between the various parties who may share the workplace/site. • Provide an overall health & safety plan for each site, making an adequate assessment of the risks involved, and ensuring that safe systems of work and method statements are produced, followed and reviewed by the project team. • Ensure activity and/or substance-specific assessments under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations are made and communicated to those at risk. • Ensure employees, self employed, temporarily employed and non employed trainees/persons have received adequate training and information about the activity they are required to undertake, particularly by ensuring induction is provided for those attending a location for the first time. • Ensure employees are aware of the company’s policy for health & safety at work and that they have understood its requirements. • Liaise with others as applicable and support initiatives for health and safety representation. • Ensure proper protective equipment is provided, maintained and used. • Report all accidents and incidents to the appointed health & safety manager, carry out investigations, make recommendations to prevent recurrence and ensure this information is effectively communicated. • Arrange 4-weekly health & safety planning meetings with the appointed health & safety manager. Complete Understanding of all the project objectives. • Agree project targets with Contracts Manager for :- o Quality o Safety o Programming o Financial o Client o Staff Development • Read thoroughly all documentation and specifications for the project. • Understand the tender philosophy, pricing and programming. • Attend the tender handover meeting. Build, develop, support and maintain the team. • Ensure that all team members are aware of their roles and responsibilities for this specific project. • Regularly review performance against responsibilities and give feedback both good and bad. • Develop an environment where all the team members are able to communicate with one another openly. • Listen to what the team members have to say and support action by the individual where appropriate. • Celebrate successes as a team. • Facilitate when relationships in the team break down and take action. • Encourage the client to be part of the bigger project team and monitor • Actively follow the PDR programme and enrol team members to help you succeed. • Give individual staff development feedback to Contracts Manager or relevant parties. • Monitor morale within the team and take correct action if necessary with the support of the Contracts manager. • Ensure that staff are continually developing new skills and that complacency and comfort zones are constantly challenged. Build and maintain a good relationship with the client and all external parties. • Act in a professional manner, appropriate to a representative of the company. • Work to build strong relationships with the client. • Promote similar behaviour from each member of your team. • Constantly manage the clients expectation. • Participate proactively in VFL Customer Care programmes • identify customer objectives, ensure regular feedback is collected and that action plans in response to feedback are implemented. Develop the Tender Programme into a construction programme. (Within 4 weeks of award) • Manage and support the production of a resourced Construction Programme showing design, procurement, and construction phases with a clearly defined critical path and key milestone dates in line with VFL standards. • Manage and support the preparation of a project forecast (Within 6 weeks of contract award) • Manage the preparation of material and subcontract schedules including Statutory Authorities for inclusion in the programme where necessary. • Ensure the commercial team are involved in the procurement areas of the project. • Establish areas of responsibility defined by the programme and allocate to section leaders so that the whole team is involved in the planning process. • Involve the commercial team in the plan ensuring they are aware of the critical path and key • activities on the project. • Enrol the clients representatives in the project plan so that he is aware of the critical path and the resources to be employed. Present the programme to the clients team so that there is no doubt over the project strategy. • Section leaders to be aware of all costs targets within their control Monitor progress with up to date programmes so that timely clear direction can be given to the team on critical construction/financial targets. • Organise regular update meetings with the team to review specific progress on the sections and update the overall strategy if required. Give direction on key dates, critical path and areas of concern. • Ensure the programme is kept fully up to date with as built information, changes, delays or lost • time complete with references and measured against original. • Discuss the implication of any revisions to the programme with the client if changes occur and present a revised programme if applicable. • Have weekly review meetings with the client to discuss progress even if official meetings are planned once monthly. • Constantly review the future strategy ensuring that work is still planned in the most effective manner and that all opportunities for improvement are being investigated. • Regularly review financial progress and review trends so that any possible overspend can be identified early and corrective action taken with the Contracts Manager. • Provide regular formal progress updates to the contracts manager as agreed. • Manage the production of as built information, records and dates on drawings and in diaries. Development, Management and Maintenance of Site Management Plan • Regular update meetings with the site team to review progress, discuss problems and agree on solutions. • Prepare the management plan including those aspects which are relevant to the project. • Create a concise list of those functions that are detailed in the plan and allocate appropriately and fairly to members of the site team. • Agree with the team members which functions they are accountable for. Make sure that they are completely aware of what is expected of them. • Communicate to all team members what everyone in the team is responsible for. • Organise timely support from members outside the team (subcontractors) for specified functions again ensuring that clear accountabilities have been agreed. • Regularly review procedures and suggest methods of streamlining where possible. • Carry out spot checks personally to ensure that the systems are on track and give praise/warnings to team members where necessary. • Ensure site induction and method statement briefings take place. • Carry out your responsibilities from the site management plan Identify and evaluate risks, determine and manage actions, maintain Risk Register • Continuous process of asking, “What are the risk that might prevent delivery of this project?” • Risks will either by Accept/Treat/Transfer/Terminate • Consider opportunities Manage and control changes to scope, requirements, personnel etc. • Resist unnecessary change or preferential engineering. • Operate VFL change control procedures, quote value and time implications of change in advance of doing the work. • Ensure accurate records of resources are kept. • Monitor progress against cost plans, programmes and quality/environmental plans • Prepare detailed cost plan in conjunction with the Project QS. • Reconcile costs spent to date and future costs on a monthly basis. • Monitor labour and plant costs on a weekly basis against planned activity. • Reconcile bulk materials and wastage. • Report additional unplanned costs. • Working with the planner to input and assess the impact of change and entitlement to EOT. • Ensure programme revisions are issues to the client team monthly. • Ensure detailed programmes that support delivery of the main programme are produced, used and reported again at weekly team meetings. • Ensure compliance with the VFL Management System, quality and environmental plans. • Assist with audits • Ensure NO acceleration without senior management approval Manage stakeholder engagement • Identify all stakeholders and prepare communication plan that addresses their individual needs. • Attend community business liaison meetings. • Maintain open door access for stakeholders and keep register of issues raised and record actions taken. Develop and protect our subcontractor relationships • Assist with expanding the supply chain and develop ongoing collaborative relationships with existing suppliers. • All subcontractors are to be approved before starting work and procurement of suppliers for key packages is to be in line with the VFL Supply Chain Policy and agreed protocol for this project. Manage the design • Ensure the designer deliverables are provided in accordance with the programme. • Monitor compliance with Design and Build procedures. Contribute to our recognition within the industry • This means Considerate Constructor score not lower than 34/40, submissions for CEEQUAL, Safety Award, one star industry award to be agreed, • At least two positive media articles. Prepare and present project reports Include – • Programme, costs, resources • Risk register • Highlight reports – progress and issues • Exception reports • End of project reviews and lessons learnt • Monthly client progress reports • 4-weekly SQE minutes/reports • Working hour/accident reports Liaise with line management re: approvals and decisions at key stages • Seek approval of all major plans and authorisation of significant deviation from the plan e.g. staff • discipline unplanned cost increases, acceleration etc. Prepare and maintain project information. Ensure this is communicated to staff joining the team and keep available for health check reviews. Include: • Project objectives • Scope • Outline of deliverables • Exclusions/constraints • Budget • Quality expectations of key stakeholders • Acceptance criteria reflecting the users requirements • Summary of known risks Delivery of the project margin will be an inevitable consequence of successful implementation of the above items. 5. POST CONSTRUCTION: • Ensure works are completed Defect Free to minimise rework during Maintenance Period • Ensure all post completion paperwork – H&S Files, As-Builts etc are completed in timely manner • Ensure subcontract accounts and main accounts are resolved in timely manner. • Ensure completion certificate is issued by client • Ensure all actions to realise release of retention are carried out. • Maintain relationship with customer to maximise work on work opportunities • Ensure project close out reviews and subcon feedback scores are carried out. 6. OTHER: • Promote equal opportunity, inclusion and diversity in recognition of the differences that exist between all peoples, irrespective of race, colour, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender including transgender, age, disability, marital status including civil partnerships or part-time status. Candidate Requirements Technical & Professional Skills • A proven track record of managing heavy civil engineering /or power infrastructure projects, preferably with a Tier 1 contractor. • Proven track record delivering underground cable installation schemes at 132kV and above. • Strong understanding of trenching, ducting, cable pulling, joint bay construction, HDD sections, and commissioning interface. • Demonstrable HSEQ leadership and implementation of safe systems of work. • Experience managing utility interfaces, permit to dig, and asset protection processes. • Competent in Microsoft Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD (desirable). • Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline. • Member of ICE, IET, CIOB or similar (desirable). • Full UK driving licence. Personal Qualities • Strong leadership and communication skills. • Solution-oriented with a collaborative mindset. • Ability to manage multiple workstreams and stakeholders effectively. • Committed to quality, safety and client satisfaction. • Flexible and able to travel to UK sites when required. ________________________________________ Working Hours & Flexibility • 45 hours per week, with flexibility to work shifts, nights and weekends as project demands require. • National travel and overnight stays required.

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Senior Planner

Elgin (Scotland) - United Kingdom

Our client is seeking a Senior Planner. This role will be is based in Elgin, and the successful candidate will be required to attend the office four days per week as a minimum. The candidate should have demonstrable experience in delivering projects from initiation to completion. This experience does not necessarily need to come from a single project, but they must be able to clearly articulate how they have planned i.e using norms/output sheets etc and managed works based on their previous experience. Candidates with pure project controls or pure client-side experience will not meet the requirements for this role Experience working under NEC or similar contract forms is essential, with the ability to interpret and manage programmes from a contractual perspective. Must be able to articulate how they manage progress updates and monthly reporting cycles. Demonstrated capability in evaluating programmes, including identifying and managing the critical path and implementing corrective actions where necessary. Experience in managing subcontractor programmes and ensuring alignment with overall project objectives. Advanced proficiency in project management tools and software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Excel is required. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate practical P6 skills during the interview. The role involves engagement with multiple stakeholders and is client-facing, therefore strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. The successful candidate should also have the ability to mentor and support junior planners, fostering knowledge sharing and professional development within the team.

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Substation Project Engineer

Glasgow - United Kingdom

Are you an experienced electrical engineer with a passion for high-voltage substation projects? This role offers an exceptional platform to showcase your expertise and drive your career forward. Why This Role Stands Out: - Professional Growth: Engage in challenging projects up to 400kV, enhancing your skills and broadening your experience in the field. - Impactful Work: Play a pivotal role in designing, operating, and maintaining high-voltage substations, contributing to the reliability and safety of the electrical network. - Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals, providing support and sharing knowledge to achieve common goals. - Safety and Innovation: Implement cutting-edge safety by design principles, ensuring that engineering and safety risks are meticulously managed. Role Responsibilities: - Develop outline scopes, site location plans, primary plant layouts, and Single Line Diagrams for both new build and asset replacement projects. - Review detailed designs from contractors and consultants, and oversee Factory Acceptance Testing. - Apply safety by design principles to control engineering and safety risks effectively. - Support site and operational teams to ensure high-quality installations with minimal risk to network security. - Evaluate tenders and manage specialist services from consultants. Essential Qualifications and Skills: - A degree in electrical engineering is mandatory. - Previous experience in transmission is required. - A minimum of 3+ years of experience as a substation project engineer, with exposure to projects up to 400kV. - Proven expertise in high-voltage substation design, operation, and maintenance. - Proficiency in project management. - Strong understanding of health and safety regulations. This role is perfect for a driven and detail-oriented electrical engineer looking to make a significant impact in the field of high-voltage substations. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, this could be the next step in your career.

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Senior Asset Manager - Offshore Transmission

Scotland - United Kingdom

Senior Asset Manager – OFTO We are working on behalf of a leading player in the UK’s offshore energy sector to recruit a Senior Asset Manager for the operational management of offshore transmission assets (OFTO) in Scotland. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and growing organisation at the forefront of the UK’s decarbonisation efforts. The successful candidate will be a technically proficient and commercially astute professional, capable of managing complex electrical infrastructure while ensuring high standards of safety, compliance, and performance. This role offers significant scope for career development through hands-on involvement in asset operations and strategic project delivery. Key Responsibilities: Ensure Health, Safety & Environmental compliance across all operational activities Manage site safety including switching operations, safety documentation, and RAMS Oversee day-to-day operations of OFTO assets and O&M contractors Plan and coordinate maintenance activities both onshore and offshore Respond to alarms and events with in-depth asset knowledge Contribute to asset and maintenance policy development Maximise asset availability and implement operational procedures Develop contingency plans and manage projects up to £500k Provide technical input to future transmission bids Liaise with key stakeholders including transmission operators and wind farm partners Prepare business cases and report regularly to senior management Candidate Profile: Degree/HNC in electrical engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience) Proven experience in offshore wind or UK electricity supply industry Strong understanding of HSE legislation and electrical safety rules HV SAP authorisation (≥132kV) preferred Experience in fault response, asset management, and contract oversight GWO certification or willingness to obtain (training provided) Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Self-motivated with the ability to work independently Knowledge of transformers, cables, switchgear, SCADA, and offshore structures Familiarity with Grid Code and SO-TO interface procedures IOSH/NEBOSH or equivalent safety qualifications Benefits Include: 10% employer pension contribution (no employee contribution required) Private health insurance Generous parental leave policies Flexible and hybrid working options 25 days annual leave + public holidays (rising to 30 days with service) Annual and milestone bonus schemes Cycle to work scheme Company vehicle (role dependent)

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Associate Director - HV Substation Design

- United Kingdom

The Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Engineering team provides a range of services from the initial concept through Power Systems Analysis, Cabling, Substations, Transmission and Distribution Infrastructure, System Balancing and Compensation, Protection Systems, SCADA, Communications, Converter Station Design, HVDC Systems and Interconnectors including overseas links. Our T&D team delivers HV design for electrical power projects at transmission and distribution voltage levels. The focus of this role is primary plant design for large-scale infrastructure, grid connections, and private networks at voltage levels normally between 132 kV to 400kV. Typical projects include feasibility, optioneering, FEED, detailed design, and design assurance on existing or new substations and other infrastructure. Here’s what you’ll do: Lead substation technical discussions with the client and internal multi-disciplinary teams to establish scopes, define interfacing and ensure delivery. Lead the technical delivery with engineering teams by agreeing approach, supporting scope understanding, monitoring progress and quality checking of deliverables prior to issue to client. Utilise knowledge of substation project/asset life-cycle from a design perspective to successfully deliver client projects. Liaise with the project management team to produce resourcing forecasts and programmes. Demonstrate commercial awareness to carry out proposal development, monitor/manage project costs and enable opportunity identification. Build client relationships, understanding client requirements and perspectives, building trust and adopting a client orientated project delivery mindset. Drive the safety in design ethos within projects. Mentor and develop more junior staff to build team capability and capacity over the medium and long term. Qualifications Previous experience with consultancy, contractor, or utility in the energy sector. Client experience with National Grid, SHET, SSE, SPT or any other transmission utility or developer in UK or Ireland. Experience designing HV infrastructure at concept and FEED and detailed design stages. Understanding of electrical AC HV Plant infrastructure and equipment both AIS and GIS. Working knowledge of National Grid standards and specifications Proposal/Bid development experience, including leading multi discipline proposals to completion. Experience of design & site construction review, the role is primary plant focused, but knowledge and understanding of secondary system design will be advantageous. Experience with Control systems, transformers, HVDC systems, interconnectors, HV Protection & Control knowledge and experience would be advantageous. Ideally CDAE / LCDAE approval

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Senior Buyer

UK - United Kingdom

Strategic Impact: Engage in procurement operations that are not just business-critical but also of national importance. Your contributions will directly influence multi-billion-pound projects, including converters, transformers, marine HVDC cable, switch gear, and civil works. Professional Growth: Work alongside senior levels of the organisation, gaining exposure to high-value, complex procurement processes. This role offers a platform to showcase and further develop your strategic sourcing and category management skills. Flexibility: Enjoy hybrid and flexible working arrangements, with travel to the office as required by business needs. This balance ensures you can maintain a healthy work-life integration while meeting professional commitments. Mentorship and Leadership: Take a proactive role in mentoring and guiding Buyers and Associate Buyers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the procurement function. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and execute category strategies, ensuring goods and services are procured in a best-in-class manner. - Lead multiple strategic sourcing events, from market engagement through to contract award. - Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and challenge demand, delivering optimal commercial solutions. - Manage contracts to ensure successful delivery, identifying continuous improvement opportunities. - Contribute to forward planning processes, ensuring robust forecasting and maximising value. About You: - Experience in categories such as converters, transformers, marine HVDC cable, switch gear, and civil works, or large-scale infrastructure construction. - Ideally CIPS qualified or similar. - Significant experience in strategic sourcing and category management, preferably within a public sector procurement context. - Proven track record in delivering procurement services and leadership across the full procurement lifecycle. - Strong understanding of project management principles and experience in high-value procurements within complex project environments. - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead negotiations and manage commercial risks effectively. - Demonstrable collaboration skills with internal teams and the wider supply chain.

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Senior Project Planner - Substations

South Wales - United Kingdom

Senior Project Planner – Substations (South West & South Wales) Location: Hybrid (South West/South Wales) – Minimum two days per week on-site About the Opportunity LSP's client, a recognised leader in energy infrastructure, is seeking a Project Planner to support the delivery of substation projects across the South West and South Wales. This hybrid role offers flexibility to work from home while maintaining regular site presence to collaborate with delivery teams and stakeholders. You’ll be instrumental in developing and improving construction schedules, supporting bid teams, and driving planning excellence across all phases of project delivery. Key Responsibilities Create and manage detailed construction schedules from initial planning through to handover. Collaborate with site teams, subcontractors, and clients to ensure programme accuracy and alignment. Provide planning expertise to support competitive and well-informed bids. Collect benchmarking data for value assessments and maintain risk, issue, and opportunity registers. Champion new planning techniques and technologies to support continuous improvement. Attend client meetings and contribute to project reviews and delivery planning. Candidate Profile Proficient in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project. Experience with earned value management, NEC contracts, and change management processes. Background in the energy sector is preferred, though experience on major infrastructure projects is equally valued. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Full UK driving licence (essential). Benefits Package On offer is a competitive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being, including: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Car allowance or access to My Car Choice salary sacrifice EV/Hybrid scheme. Private healthcare and health cash plan.

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