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HVDC Package Manager

Location:
London Arena, Greater London, South East, England
Salary:
Competitive
Job Type:
Contract
Date Posted:
about 7 hours ago
Expiry Date:
10/06/2026
Job Ref:
BH-125736
Start Date:
12/03/2026
Contact:
Daniel Bentley
Contact Email:
daniel.bentley@earthstreamglobal.com
Specialism:
Renewable Energy
HVDC Package Manager

Location: Swindon/London/Coventry/Site
Duration: 30/03/2026 to 30/04/2027
Project: Norfolk
Rotation: Mon–Fri, 40 hours per week
Outside IR35

Description
The HVDC Package Manager is responsible for the delivery of the HVDC contract and coordination of all packages forming the HVDC transmission system, including the Onshore Substation, Offshore Substation and the 400kV grid connection. The role operates with full autonomy under a Statement of Work (SoW), providing expert consultancy, technical leadership and contract oversight for the client’s offshore wind project.

Key Responsibilities
• Act as an independent specialist consultant delivering the HVDC package scope under a Statement of Work (SoW).
• Provide expert guidance during development, negotiation and execution of HVDC-related contracts.
• Act as Client Representative under the HVDC works contract.
• Produce and maintain the HVDC package execution plan including schedule, budget forecasts and risk/opportunity assessments.
• Develop and deliver the commercial strategy for the HVDC package in collaboration with the Contracts Manager.
• Coordinate technical inputs, engineering assessments and specialist analyses to support decision-making.
• Review contractor proposals, schedules and methodologies, providing independent technical and commercial recommendations.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders including contractors, MWS, regulatory bodies and certification entities.
• Prepare interface plans, action logs and progress reporting in line with SoW requirements.
• Provide specialised HSE advisory for HVDC construction activities.
• Review contractor HSE documentation and ensure alignment with relevant industry standards.
• Prepare reports, dashboards and presentations for the project leadership team summarising progress, risks and key decisions.
• Provide independent expert input at project meetings as required.

Key Qualifications
• All mandatory offshore certificates.
• Degree or Chartership in Project Management with APM membership or equivalent.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar technical discipline.
• Knowledge of standards related to Offshore Substations and offshore electrical systems.
• Experience delivering complex HVDC electrical systems.
Must-Have Experience
• Degree-level education or similar technical qualification.
• Working knowledge of Electrical Engineering or closely related technical discipline.
• Experience delivering major capital projects through development and construction stages.
• Experience with HV and EHV transmission systems.
• Knowledge of grid infrastructure and regulatory requirements.
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills with contractors and grid operators.
• High competence in contract management, claims management, negotiation and dispute resolution.
• Self-starting, motivated team player with strong communication skills.
• Flexibility to travel frequently within the UK and internationally.

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Specialisms: Renewable Energy
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