Cable Installation Manager

Overview

Provide installation and constructability expertise for 400kV AC/525kV DC cable projects.

Key Responsibilities

• route selection
• installation input
• method statements
• design review
• risk assessment
• hse integration

Tasks

The successful candidate will play a key role in defining installation methodologies, reviewing design deliverables, and developing detailed plans and procedures for future construction execution. -Support route selection, site access planning, and interface coordination with civil, electrical, and environmental disciplines. -Provide installation and constructability input during the planning and design stages of 400 kV AC and 525 kV DC land cable systems. -Prepare documentation and strategies that will inform the transition into the construction phase. -Contribute to the preparation of method statements, ITPs, logistics studies, and construction work packs. -Review engineering and design documentation, ensuring installation feasibility, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards. -Ensure health, safety, and environmental considerations are integrated into all installation planning activities. -Liaise with procurement and project teams to define contractor scopes, technical specifications, and quality requirements. -Develop preliminary installation methodologies, resource plans, risk assessments, and schedule inputs. -Provide technical support during design reviews and participate in design risk assessments and constructability workshops.

Requirements

• hv cable
• ms project
• primavera
• cscs/ecs
• smsts
• degree

What You Bring

This position requires strong technical expertise in high-voltage cable installation and a proactive, collaborative approach to support multidisciplinary design and engineering teams. We are seeking an experienced Cable Installation Manager to support the planning and design phase of a major interconnector project involving 400 kV AC and 525 kV DC land cable systems. This is a contract position based in Glasgow, with occasional travel to project or partner locations as required. If you have clear land cable installation experience at a high level and this position could be of interest to you, apply via the link, or send your email to: [email protected] -Strong background in planning, engineering, or construction management within large-scale transmission, interconnector, or grid infrastructure projects. -Ability to review and interpret complex design and construction documentation. -CSCS / ECS / SMSTS certification. -Strong communication, reporting, and stakeholder coordination skills. -Degree or HND in Electrical, Civil, or Power Engineering. -In-depth knowledge of land cable installation practices, including trenching, jointing, pulling, termination, and testing. -Familiarity with UK transmission or interconnector standards (National Grid, IEC, CIGRÉ). -Proficiency with scheduling and planning tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera). -Proven experience in high-voltage AC and DC cable installation, including 400 kV AC and/or 525 kV DC systems. -Solid understanding of HSE legislation, CDM regulations, and safe design principles. -Experience supporting design-phase constructability reviews or early works planning on HV infrastructure projects.

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About Vallum Associates

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