Sam Mercer

Sam Mercer is a seasoned professional in project management and procurement, currently serving as a Senior Project Manager at Xlinks since December 2022. Previously, Sam held senior project management roles at Thames Water, overseeing major capital projects and developing commercial and procurement strategies for complex infrastructure initiatives from August 2017 to December 2022. Prior experience includes managing contracts for National Grid, with responsibilities that encompassed overseeing the NSN Link Interconnector and facilitating business development for HVDC interconnectors. Sam's earlier career includes significant roles in automotive supply, from Senior Buyer at Jaguar Land Rover to Sales Engineer positions in automotive technology firms. Sam holds a Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Newcastle University and has additional qualifications in purchasing and supply chain management as well as health and safety.