Senior Project Manager (electrical)
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49 days left
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Date posted
September 25, 2026
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Closing date
December 24, 2026
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Location
Oxford
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Salary
£75,000 - £95,000 /year
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Career level
Senior Level
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Qualification
Relevant Degree / HND / Chartered status or proven major project leadership track record
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Experience
5+ Years
Description
Laing O’Rourke is seeking a talented and safety-conscious Senior Project Manager (electrical) to join their project team in Oxford supporting the landmark Crown House Technologies project. As an integral team member, you will contribute directly to world-class engineering execution, ensuring exceptional delivery standards, operational safety, and continuous improvement across the site.
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Position Overview & Key Facts
- Employer: Laing O’Rourke
- Vacancy Requisition ID: 8142
- Project / Base Location: Plot B2, Oxford, OX3 7LG, United Kingdom
- Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time
- Target Experience: 5+ Years
- Compensation Benchmark: £75,000 – £95,000 + Industry Pension & Benefits
- Application Method: Direct Online Submission via Laing O’Rourke Careers
Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope
- Lead multidisciplinary construction teams and supply chain partners to safely deliver complex engineering packages on schedule and within budget.
- Oversee daily site operations, construction methodologies, quality assurance, and high-consequence project milestones.
- Champion world-class health, safety, and environmental standards, enforcing Laing O'Rourke's Zero Harm philosophy.
- Manage client relationships, attending progress reviews, technical assurance forums, and commercial governance meetings.
- Collaborate with planners, commercial managers, and design engineers to resolve operational bottlenecks and mitigate project risks.
Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications
- Degree or HND/HNC in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent.
- Proven project management leadership on major infrastructure, energy, nuclear, high-grade MEP, or commercial schemes.
- Valid SMSTS, CSCS Black / Gold Card, and APM (Association for Project Management) or MCIOB accreditation preferred.
- Comprehensive understanding of NEC3/NEC4 contracts, programme management, and safety legislation.
- Exemplary leadership, team building, communication, and decision-making capabilities.
What We Offer (Total Rewards & Benefits)
- Competitive Financial Package: Market-benchmarked salary or hourly rate, structured annual performance appraisals, and clear promotional pathways.
- Pension & Healthcare: Enhanced contributory company pension, life assurance cover, and private health cover options.
- Work-Life Balance: Generous annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays, additional purchased leave schemes, and 24/7 confidential employee support (EAP).
- Learning & Professional Growth: Support for chartership (ICE, IMechE, IET, CIOB, RICS), trade licenses, NVQs, and accredited technical training.
- Employee Perks: Discounts with leading UK high-street brands, cycle-to-work initiative, and active diversity and inclusion networks.
Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus
Apply Directly for this Opportunity
This vacancy is actively accepting applications. Visit the official Laing O’Rourke recruitment portal to review full technical requirements and submit your CV.