Construction Senior Manager
CompanyMetlen Energy & Metals
Location
Newcastle, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At4/20/2026
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Occupation TypeProduction managers and directors in construction
Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled
Sponsorship Salary Threshold
£53,400
(£27.38 per hour)
Occupation rate applies
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Description
Metlen Energy & Metals is a global industrial and energy company covering two business Sectors: Energy and Metallurgy. The Company is strategically positioned at the forefront of the energy transition as an integrated utility, while already established as a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at the European and global level. It has a consolidated turnover and EBITDA of €5,492 million and €1,014 million, respectively, and employs more than 6,583 direct and indirect employees in Greece and abroad. At METLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent.
We are committed to embracing new state-of-the-art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, and change, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes.
We are currently looking for a Construction Senior Manager to join our UK team, within the Thermal Power & HVDC Division of Metlen Energy & Metals. This is a UK‑wide search, and we welcome applications from suitable candidates based across the country.
The role will be responsible for the overall construction execution of HVDC projects, ensuring delivery in line with project objectives, contractual requirements, safety standards, quality expectations, budget, and schedule.
Your Role Will Encompass
We are committed to embracing new state-of-the-art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, and change, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes.
We are currently looking for a Construction Senior Manager to join our UK team, within the Thermal Power & HVDC Division of Metlen Energy & Metals. This is a UK‑wide search, and we welcome applications from suitable candidates based across the country.
The role will be responsible for the overall construction execution of HVDC projects, ensuring delivery in line with project objectives, contractual requirements, safety standards, quality expectations, budget, and schedule.
Your Role Will Encompass
- Lead the overall construction execution of HVDC projects from initiation through to completion.
- Oversee and coordinate multidisciplinary construction activities, including civil, mechanical, electrical, and high‑voltage systems.
- Establish and maintain robust project governance, including oversight of contracts, technical documentation, change management, and regulatory compliance.
- Provide structured reporting to senior stakeholders on project progress, key risks, cost performance, and mitigation actions.
- Act as the primary interface with clients, contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure effective communication and issue resolution.
- Implement and enforce Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) and quality management systems in line with HVDC and high‑voltage construction standards.
- Lead site leadership teams, ensuring appropriate supervision, resource allocation, and performance management.
- Conduct high‑level reviews, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance with contractual, technical, and quality requirements.
- Proactively identify project risks and opportunities, implementing mitigation strategies to safeguard delivery and optimise performance.
- Minimum of 12 years’ professional experience in EPC project environments, preferably within the energy sector and HV or HVDC projects.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. A Master’s degree will be considered an asset.
- Experience in HVDC projects, converter stations, or equivalent high‑voltage infrastructure.
- Strong understanding of project management principles, contract management (including FIDIC), cost control, and construction methodologies.
- Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with project planning tools such as Primavera P6 and MS Project.
- Project Management certification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2) will be considered an asset.
- Competitive pension plan to support your long-term financial wellbeing
- Comprehensive global private medical coverage
- A collaborative and inclusive working environment that encourages teamwork and professional growth
- Discounted gym membership to support your health and wellbeing
We respect your personal data. All personal information in your application and CV will remain strictly confidential.
At Metlen Energy & Metals we are proud to have Diversity and Inclusion at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, colour, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.