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National Grid plc

Project Management Roles

National Grid plc, Kent, Washington, us, 98089


Department: Electricity Transmission - Non-Operations

2 x Associate Project Managers (Level 6)Ideal for those at earlier stages of their career or with some more limited exposure.

1 x EPC Project Manager (Level 7)Typically best for Project Managers with good experience in Project Management within a construction environment.

(Base salary details below.)

You’ll be working on some of the biggest, most exciting projects in green energy, developing contracts across a portfolio with focus on the Grain to Tilbury Project scheduled for delivery in 2028 and with a multi-million build value.

This role will likely be based on a site for around 4 days per week in Essex or Kent with office or home working in between.We are open to full-time and part-time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.

About YouWhat we do isn’t just important – it’s essential. That’s why we look to recruit experts in their field. In this case, we’re looking for someone who is:

A logical problem solver with an eagerness to learn and a hunger to succeed. You are positive and want to contribute, not just in terms of your day-to-day role but to our larger Net Zero aims too.

You’ll have understanding of National Grid and NEC EPC contracts. You’ll have engineering knowledge and varying experience of delivering construction works on site depending on level.

You’ll need a driving licence, the ability to travel as required, and there might be some overnight travel too. There will be some flexibility required to work outside of normal hours.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At National Grid, we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace for everyone. So if you’re excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.

What You'll Do

Acting as an ambassador for wellbeing, health, safety, and environment at all times. As an organisation we are driven by safety. Our industry leading ‘Safe to Say’ policy calls for colleagues to always speak up and take ownership of safety issues.

Supporting/driving the project team to help drive exceptional safety standards. You will undertake safety leadership tours, sensible monitoring of work activities, and set the standards on projects across the wider business.

Using the NEC4 contract, you will monitor contract performance across the portfolio.

Delivering a multi-million-pound construction project spanning Essex and Kent.

Successfully managing project budgets and accurately forecasting spend profiles. You will report financial information within required timescales across senior stakeholders and control financial issues.

Reporting and maintenance of financial information such as contractor spend and forecast, internal spend and forecast, contingencies and material purchases.

You’ll work in a supportive team all working toward successfully identifying, quantifying and managing risks on your projects.

You’ll assess the potential impact a risk has on timescales, costs and resources and contributing to monthly risk reviews.

You’ll help maintain positive relationships with stakeholders. Communicating with stakeholders in a timely, clear, concise and professional way.

What You'll GetFor the Associate Project Managers competitive starting salary between

£49,573 – 55,473

– dependent on capability. A car may be available depending on mileage thresholds.

For the EPC Project Manager a competitive starting salary between

£56,372-60,372

– dependent on capability and additional market supplement of £4500.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

About UsNational Grid Strategic Infrastructure has a key role to play in tackling climate change by accelerating our capacity to deliver clean electricity across the UK. We already operate the fastest decarbonising electricity grid in the world, with an ambition for zero carbon operation by 2025. And by 2035, we want to run 100% clean, green energy, all the time.

Here at National Grid, we connect homes and businesses to power, making sure supply and demand match each other. We make sure the lights are on in schools, operating theatres, and sporting arenas; we’re thousands of people working on behalf of millions of people.

Our investment in Strategic Infrastructure via the Great Grid Upgrade will mean more home grown power, greater energy security and a cleaner future. Whatever your role, wherever you work with us, you’ll help us hit stretching targets and achieve our far-reaching goal: to secure, clean energy that supports our world far into the future. Here, you will be at the heart of energy.

More InformationThis role closes on November 14th at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary. Interviews will be held 21/22nd November.

We work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

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