Graduate Project Manager

Supports the planning, coordination and delivery of electricity infrastructure projects, managing project schedules, budgets, contractors, client relationships and compliance requirements.

Company Description

LSTC Group Ltd is a powerhouse in delivering full turnkey solutions that shape the future of the electricity sector. As part of the SOCOTEC Group, we are a leading infrastructure testing and asset inspection specialist serving the UK's regulated energy sector.

From initial design to inspection of assets, our work makes a real difference to clients and communities, with sustainability at the core of everything we do. With contracts across multiple sectors in the UK's power transmission and distribution infrastructure, we use our expertise to solve diverse engineering challenges, enhancing reliability and efficiency across the network.

Our extensive in-house capabilities eliminate the need for multiple suppliers and simplify processes for our clients.

We provide comprehensive services including:

• Overhead Line Design

• Geotechnical & Foundation Engineering

• Underground Cable Design

• Substation Design

• Asset Inspection

• Infrastructure Projects

• Surveying and Earthing Services

We support transmission owners, distribution network operators, independent connection providers, and project developers who collectively invest billions annually in maintaining and expanding the UK's energy infrastructure.

Job Description

Are you a recent engineering graduate ready to turn your degree into real-world delivery experience? LSTC Group Ltd is looking for a Graduate Project Manager to join our multidisciplinary teams in London, supporting the delivery of development and design projects from the ground up.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting and coordinating multidisciplinary project teams to deliver work on time, on budget and profitably.

• Looking after our clients' needs and helping build outstanding working relationships with both clients and LSTC teams.

• Assisting with contract and variation management, helping minimise risk through sound negotiation.

• Managing the invoicing process and supporting internal business reporting on key project metrics.

• Engaging and managing subcontractors, whether through direct allocation or mini-competitive tender events.

• Helping plan and deliver site visit and survey strategies, and preparing/updating project programmes.

• Supporting new client relationships and project tenders — including tender documents, costs and programmes.

• Ensuring quality, environmental and safety documentation is prepared in line with company procedures and legislation.

• Carrying out risk assessments, safety audits and site-specific checks, always championing LSTC's health & safety culture.

• Occasionally travelling within the UK to meet clients and contractors, and working at other LSTC or client offices as needed.

Qualifications

What we're looking for

• A suitable engineering degree (or equivalent).

• Desirable: exposure to OHL, cable or substation design, and/or knowledge of NEC contracts.

• Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

• Strong verbal and written communication, with excellent reporting and administration skills and a sharp eye for detail.

• Confident, organised and comfortable contributing in meetings.

• A relationship-builder who thrives working with both colleagues and clients.

• Ideally, a valid UK driving licence (or one acceptable to our insurers).

• Willingness to undertake occasional UK travel and unsocial hours when required.