Designer Group

Engineering contractor delivering energy, data centres.

Contracts / Project Manager - HV Substations

Construction ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeMons, BelgiumNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience delivering high-voltage substation, power infrastructure, transmission and distribution, utilities, or large-scale electrical engineering projects.
Proven experience managing projects involving high-voltage systems ranging from 110kV to 380kV is desirable.
A degree qualification in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline is preferred.
Strong commercial awareness and experience managing NEC, FIDIC, or equivalent contract forms.
Experience working with utility providers, transmission system operators, or engineering, procurement, and construction contractors.
A strong understanding of substation construction, high-voltage equipment installation, protection systems, testing, commissioning, and energisation processes.
A valid driving licence.
The legal right to work in Belgium.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Stakeholder and client management capabilities.
Commercial focus and contractual awareness.
Strong written and verbal English skills.
Planning and coordination abilities.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and project workstreams simultaneously.

Responsibilities

Lead delivery of high-voltage substation and grid infrastructure projects from pre-construction through energisation and handover.
Manage contractual, commercial, operational, and technical aspects of projects under the role’s control.
Support tender reviews, project estimates, risk assessments, and bid submissions.
Coordinate design development, technical reviews, and value engineering initiatives.
Manage project budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and cost reporting with the Project Quantity Surveyor.
Oversee procurement activities, including major equipment packages, subcontractors, and specialist suppliers.
Ensure compliance with client specifications, grid operator requirements, Belgian regulations, and industry standards.
Lead and manage project teams, including Site Managers, Construction Managers, Engineers, Planners, and Commercial personnel.
Monitor project progress, key milestones, programme delivery, risk registers, requests for information, technical submittals, and change management processes.
Chair regular progress meetings with clients, utilities, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
Ensure safe execution of all works in accordance with the company’s Health & Safety Management System.
Coordinate commissioning, testing, energisation, and final handover activities.
Develop and maintain working relationships with clients, utility providers, contractors, and key stakeholders.
Support business development initiatives and identify future opportunities within the high-voltage and energy sectors.

Desired Qualifications

Proven experience managing projects involving high-voltage systems ranging from 110kV to 380kV.
A degree qualification in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.

Contracts / Project Manager - HV Substations (Belgium)

Designer Group · Mons, Belgium · — · Posted 2026-10-29

Workplace: on_site

Department: Energy & Industrial

Description

Contracts / Project Manager - HV Substations (Belgium)

Job Purpose

As part of an exciting expansion across the European power and energy sector, Designer Group is seeking an experienced Contracts / Project Manager – HV Substations to join our Operations team in Belgium.

This role is responsible for the successful delivery of High Voltage (HV) Substation projects, ensuring all works are completed safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams throughout the full project lifecycle, from pre-construction and design coordination through construction, energisation, commissioning, and handover.

The successful candidate will have strong experience delivering HV Substation, Grid Infrastructure, Utility, or Power Transmission & Distribution projects and will play a key role in supporting Designer Group's continued growth within the energy sector.

Please note: Applicants must have the legal right to work in Belgium (EU citizenship or valid Belgian work authorisation).

Roles & Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of HV Substation and Grid Infrastructure projects from pre-construction through to energisation and handover.
Manage all contractual, commercial, operational, and technical aspects of projects under your control.
Support tender reviews, project estimates, risk assessments, and bid submissions.
Coordinate design development activities, technical reviews, and value engineering initiatives.
Manage project budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and cost reporting in conjunction with the Project Quantity Surveyor.
Oversee procurement activities, including major equipment packages, subcontractors, and specialist suppliers.
Ensure compliance with client specifications, grid operator requirements, relevant Belgian regulations, and industry standards.
Lead and manage project teams including Site Managers, Construction Managers, Engineers, Planners, and Commercial personnel.
Monitor project progress, key milestones, programme delivery, risk registers, RFIs, technical submittals, and change management processes.
Chair regular progress meetings with clients, utilities, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
Ensure safe execution of all works in accordance with Designer Group's Health & Safety Management System.
Coordinate commissioning, testing, energisation, and final handover activities.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients, utility providers, contractors, and key stakeholders.
Support business development initiatives and identify future opportunities within the HV and Energy sectors.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum 10 years' experience delivering HV Substation, Power Infrastructure, Transmission & Distribution, Utilities, or large-scale Electrical Engineering projects.
Proven experience managing projects involving HV systems ranging from 110kV to 380kV desirable.
Degree qualification in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline preferred.
Strong commercial awareness with experience managing NEC, FIDIC, or equivalent contract forms.
Experience working with utility providers, transmission system operators (TSOs), or EPC contractors.
Excellent understanding of Substation construction, HV equipment installation, protection systems, testing, commissioning, and energisation processes.
Valid driving licence.
Must have the legal right to work in Belgium.

Person Specification

Strong leadership and people management skills.
Excellent stakeholder and client management capabilities.
Commercially focused with strong contractual awareness.
Effective communicator with strong written and verbal English skills.
Highly organised with excellent planning and coordination abilities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and project workstreams simultaneously.
Driven, proactive, and committed to delivering projects safely and successfully.

Location

Belgium

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About the Company

Designer Group

Engineering contractor delivering energy, data centres.

Designer Group is an Irish-owned engineering contractor that carries out large-scale projects in energy and industrial sectors, data centres, and building services. It manages end-to-end delivery—from planning and design to construction and handover—focused on safety, schedule adherence, and staying within budget. The company works across Ireland, the UK, Europe, Africa, and North America, partnering with global leaders to build mission-critical infrastructure and sustainable building systems using turnkey solutions and modular delivery. Its teams are experienced, accountable, and take ownership to deliver reliably at every stage. More than 80% of work comes from repeat clients, reflecting long-standing relationships and a focus on consistency and risk management. Designer Group aims to provide projects that perform without compromise, with clear execution, measurable outcomes, and confidence for clients throughout the process.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Dublin, Ireland
Founded: 1992

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