What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Manager position at OCU?
Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering engineering solutions across various sectors including, renewable energy, high voltage power, rail and utilities.
We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.
We believe that being successful is a choice. We choose to be successful.
We are OCU, ‘One Company United’.
Senior Project Manager
The Senior Project Manager is a critical role within the project delivery team, reporting directly to the Operations Manager and responsible for the successful planning, execution, and completion of assigned projects. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
The Senior Project Manager will lead project teams, manage subcontractors, and act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring strong communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
Duties And Responsibilities
The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the below:
We value our commitment to each other, summed up in our five values, we all sign up to these… We care about safety. We lead with integrity. We strive to be better every day. We make a positive impact. We deliver to grow. We are one company united.
Our Aim & Vision at OCU To be the UK's leading energy transition and utilities contractor.
We are committed to leading the way in utilities and energy transition contracting, our mission is to innovate and deliver sustainability. At OCU, our passion for addressing complex challenges brings new standards of growth in our people and capabilities.
We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.
We believe that being successful is a choice. We choose to be successful.
We are OCU, ‘One Company United’.
Senior Project Manager
The Senior Project Manager is a critical role within the project delivery team, reporting directly to the Operations Manager and responsible for the successful planning, execution, and completion of assigned projects. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
The Senior Project Manager will lead project teams, manage subcontractors, and act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring strong communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
Duties And Responsibilities
The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the below:
- Project Planning and Execution.
- Health and Safety Management
- Operational Performance
- Financial and Commercial Performance
- Stakeholder Management
- Team Leadership and Coordination
- Risk Management and Problem-Solving
- Quality Assurance
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent qualifications or extensive industry experience may be considered.
- Proven experience in project management of 132kV GIS schemes within electrical distribution.
- Experience managing health and safety, commercial, and operational aspects of projects.
- Track record of successfully delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software.
- Financial acumen and understanding of project cost control.
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on delivering results.
We value our commitment to each other, summed up in our five values, we all sign up to these… We care about safety. We lead with integrity. We strive to be better every day. We make a positive impact. We deliver to grow. We are one company united.
Our Aim & Vision at OCU To be the UK's leading energy transition and utilities contractor.
We are committed to leading the way in utilities and energy transition contracting, our mission is to innovate and deliver sustainability. At OCU, our passion for addressing complex challenges brings new standards of growth in our people and capabilities.
