Senior Project Manager

Job Title: Senior Project Manager – HVDC Converters Location: London Contract Type: 12-Month Contract Please apply to this role if you have the following: Strong project management consultancy (PMC) experience, particularly in projects involving HVDC converters and power transmission systems. A solid Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) background, with hands-on experience working with power systems and converter technologies. Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of HVDC converter systems, power system design, and battery storage systems. Familiarity with EMS/SCADA systems and their cybersecurity requirements. Position Overview: As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a critical role in overseeing the development of HVDC converter systems, from design through to commissioning. A strong background in Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) is essential for this role, as well as hands-on experience with HVDC converters. You will provide technical guidance, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead a multidisciplinary team to achieve project milestones. You will be responsible for the successful implementation of a legislative framework, dynamic battery sizing strategies, and the integration of renewable energy systems like PV and wind turbines. Key Responsibilities: Regulatory Framework: Implement and enforce a comprehensive legislative and regulatory framework tailored for an island grid operation, substituting the standard codes used for interconnected systems. Project Specifications: Ensure that all project specifications are met. Address any deviations by proposing and implementing viable solutions. Technical Selection: Oversee the selection of PV systems, wind turbines, battery systems, and their associated power converters, ensuring their seamless integration within the designed system. Battery System Design: Dynamically size the battery system, which plays a crucial role in ensuring grid stability and security. Infrastructure Design: Supervise the design of power cables, MV and HV substations, and the transmission/distribution system. Work on the design of HVDC converters and offshore DC cables simultaneously. Cost-Benefit and Risk Analysis: Lead cost-benefit analyses, design reviews, RAM (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability) studies, and safety protocols. Participate in power system simulations to ensure a robust design. Testing & Commissioning: Oversee the entire lifecycle of the project, from design to commissioning, ensuring testing and installation processes are adhered to. Control Systems Oversight: Implement and monitor control systems to guarantee secure and reliable system operation. Power System Studies: Conduct and interpret power system studies to ensure that the designed system meets all technical and regulatory requirements. Cybersecurity Integration: Ensure that the EMS/SCADA system is integrated with a robust cybersecurity framework. Required Qualifications: Educational Background: BSc/BEng in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or a related discipline. Chartered Engineer status and membership in a relevant professional institution are essential. Experience: Extensive postgraduate experience in the power industry, with a focus on HVDC projects. Strong project management consultancy (PMC) experience, particularly in projects involving HVDC converters and power transmission systems. A solid E&I (Electrical and Instrumentation) background, with hands-on experience working with power systems and converter technologies. Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of HVDC converter systems, power system design, and battery storage systems. Familiarity with EMS/SCADA systems and their cybersecurity requirements