About High Voltage Delivery Group

Founder-Led Delivery. High-Performing Teams. Successfully Connected.

High Voltage Delivery Group was founded to provide clients with experienced leadership, accountable delivery and successful project outcomes across grid connections, substations, renewable energy infrastructure and critical power projects. We combine more than 40 years of founder-led delivery experience, bringing senior expertise close to every project from feasibility through to energisation.

Why HVDG Exists

Experience That Stays Close To The Project

HVDG was created around a simple belief:

Successful projects are delivered by great people, trusted partnerships and experienced leadership that remains actively involved throughout the project lifecycle.

We focus on building the right teams, creating clear accountability and delivering successful energisation outcomes for our clients.

Mike Reed

Founder & Managing Director

Founder & Managing Director

20+ years delivering HV infrastructure, grid connections and renewable energy projects.

Previously led regional operations for a major ICP and Balance of Plant contractor, delivering major transmission, distribution, BESS, solar and wind projects up to 400kV.

Coming Soon

Founder & Technical Director

Founder & Technical Director

20 years of experience across engineering, procurement and construction within the high-voltage sector.

Extensive expertise leading the design, construction and commissioning of transmission, substations, Battery Energy Storage Systems and Balance of Plant projects from 11kV to 400kV.

The HVDG Difference

People. Partnerships. Performance. Pride.

The principles that shape how we build teams, work with clients and successfully deliver projects from feasibility through to energisation.

HVDG At A Glance

40+ Years Combined Experience 132kV ICP Delivery 400kV Balance of Plant Delivery Full Turnkey Delivery

Founder-led delivery.

Selective partnerships.

Full accountability.

Delivery Experiences

People. Partnerships. Performance. Pride.

40+ Years
Combined Founder Experience
33kV – 400kV
Delivery Experience
£150m+
Programme Portfolio Experience
National Grid | TSO
DNO | IDNO
BESS | Solar | Wind
Data Centres | Critical Power

ICP Project Delivery Up To 132kV

Grid Connection Delivery: DNO/IDNO interfaces, contestable delivery and non-contestable coordination.

Design, Engineering & Procurement: full ownership from concept through to delivered plant.

Electrical BoP: HV/LV cabling, jointing, terminating and testing, auxiliary supplies, containment, small power and lighting.

Primary plant and control systems: switchgear, transformers, instrument transformers, protection and control, SCADA and earthing.

Civil and substation BoP: grid route trenching and ducting, substation buildings, foundations, T&D, SUDS and fencing.

Testing, commissioning and energisation: grid code and TSO/DNO/IDNO compliance testing, G99 witnessing, through to handover

Principal Contractor and assurance: CDM duties, O&M manuals, as-builts, asset data and adoption packs

Balance Of Plant Contractor Up To 400kV

Design, Engineering and Procurement: full ownership from concept through to delivered plant.

Civil, structural and architectural BoP: access roads, earthworks, SUDS, foundations, substation compound, buildings, T&D, fencing and landscaping.

Electrical BoP: HV/LV cabling, jointing, terminating and testing, auxiliary supplies, containment, small power and lighting.

Primary plant and control systems: switchgear, transformers, instrument transformers, protection and control, SCADA and battery systems, package substations, earthing and lightning protection.

Client systems and site services: BESS containers, inverters, PCS, fire and intruder alarms, CCTV, BMS, site-wide infrastructure coordination.

Testing, commissioning and energisation: grid code and TSO/DNO/IDNO compliance testing, G99 witnessing, through to handover

Principal Contractor and assurance: CDM duties, O&M manuals, as-builts, asset data and adoption packs

Commissioning & Energisation

Test planning and readiness: inspection and test plans, pre-energisation checks, CP/AP/SAP and control room coordination.

Testing and commissioning: factory and site acceptance testing, pre-commissioning and functional testing, protection and control injection, end-to-end and tripping tests, transformer oil sampling and DGA, SCADA point-to-point and telecoms proving.

Energisation and switching: safety rules, switching schedules and documentation, outage planning and applications, soak testing, first-time energisation, export ramp-up and grid compliance monitoring.

Handover and assurance: snagging and completion certificates, asset registration, adoption and DNO/IDNO takeover, O&M manuals, as-builts and asset data packs, operator training, spares and warranty support.

Our Commitment to Excellence

Senior leadership remains actively involved from project inception through to energisation.

Experience That Matters

More than 40 years of combined experience across transmission, distribution, renewable energy and critical infrastructure projects.

End-to-End Accountability

One team responsible for coordinating delivery from development through to project handover.

Collaborative Approach

We work closely with clients, stakeholders and supply chain partners to reduce risk, improve communication and achieve successful project outcomes.

How We Partner

Select - We work with clients, projects and partners where we can genuinely add value. By understanding project drivers, delivery risks and stakeholder requirements early, we help establish the right foundations for successful project delivery.

Build The Team - Every project is different. We assemble the appropriate mix of project management, engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning expertise to suit the specific needs of each project and its stage of development.

Drive Delivery - Strong delivery requires more than technical capability. We maintain clear ownership, proactive communication, effective risk management and disciplined programme control throughout every phase of the project lifecycle.

Energise Well - Successful energisation is not simply the final milestone. It is the outcome of careful planning, safe execution and effective stakeholder coordination. We remain engaged through testing, commissioning and energisation to support a successful handover.

Safety First

We prioritise safety in every project, ensuring that our team and clients are protected at all times. Our rigorous safety protocols are designed to meet the highest standards.

Operational Efficiency

We streamline our processes to maximize efficiency and reduce downtime. Our skilled teams work seamlessly to deliver results on schedule.

Accountability

We take full responsibility for our projects, from start to finish. Our founder-led approach gives clients peace of mind that we will deliver on our commitments.

Health, Safety, Environment & Quality

 

Health, Safety, Environment & Quality

At High Voltage Delivery Group Ltd, safety, quality and environmental responsibility are fundamental to everything we do.

We are committed to delivering all projects safely, sustainably and to the highest standards of quality. From early development through construction, commissioning and energisation, HVDG promotes a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and responsible project delivery.

Our commitment includes:

  • ✅ Protecting the health, safety and wellbeing of our employees, clients, partners and stakeholders.
  • ✅ Delivering work in compliance with applicable legislation, industry standards and client requirements.
  • ✅ Minimising environmental impact and promoting sustainable working practices.
  • ✅ Maintaining the highest levels of quality throughout project planning, delivery and handover.
  • ✅ Learning from experience and continuously improving our systems, processes and performance.
  • ✅ Encouraging open communication, leadership engagement and a positive safety culture across every project.

Safety First

Protecting people is our highest priority on every project.

Quality Assured

Delivering right-first-time solutions and successful project outcomes.

Environmental Responsibility

Reducing environmental impact through responsible delivery practices.

Continuous Improvement

Learning, developing and improving through every project we undertake.

Discuss Your Project

From Grid Connection Strategy To Energisation

ICP Delivery up to 132kV

Balance of Plant Delivery up to 400kV

Full Turnkey Delivery

Download Our Company Overview

Learn how HVDG delivers grid connections, substations and renewable energy infrastructure through founder-led delivery, trusted partnerships and successful energisation.

Our company overview provides an introduction to our experience, markets, delivery model and turnkey capabilities.

Explore Our Turnkey Capability

From feasibility and buildability through to energisation and handover, HVDG provides full project ownership across ICP delivery, Balance of Plant works, commissioning and principal contractor responsibilities.

Discover how we help clients successfully connect renewable energy, critical power and infrastructure projects.

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