Lead Project Manager, NE Electric Complex Project Management

About us

Join National Grid and play a key role in delivering critical electric infrastructure projects that support a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

We are hiring a Lead Project Manager for our NE Electric Complex Project Management  department to work in a hybrid role.

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. 

The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

Job Purpose

As a Lead Project Manager, you'll lead complex capital projects from development through construction, collaborate with a diverse and expanding team, sharing accountability for the timely delivery of capital infrastructure essential to advancing the goals of a sustainable and green energy future.
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This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the energy transition while working within a collaborative and growing project management team.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure compliance with the Capital Delivery process by overseeing the development and finalization of MSA (Master Service Agreement) and construction contracts. This includes managing preliminary engineering, baseline schedule, detailed cost estimate, risk profile, and resource strategy.
• Manage project finances and schedules, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints and timelines. Identify and address any deviations promptly, taking proactive measures to mitigate risks and optimize project efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with customers to understand their requirements, expectations, and feedback. Foster positive relationships, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate the permitting process by liaising with relevant authorities, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and requirements. Proactively address any permitting challenges or delays to minimize project disruptions.
• Develop and maintain effective communication channels with stakeholders, including regular reporting on project progress, risks, and milestones. Foster transparency and engagement, addressing stakeholder inquiries and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior Project Managers, fostering their professional growth and development. Share expertise, best practices, and lessons learned to enhance their project management skills and ensure a strong talent pipeline within the organization.
• Continuously assess and enhance project management processes, methodologies, and tools to drive efficiency, effectiveness, and quality throughout the organization. Identify areas for improvement, implement process enhancements, and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Supervisory/Interpersonal- Experience Required

• Demonstrate exceptional personal initiative, integrity, and effective interpersonal skills while fostering positive and collaborative relationships with company personnel, contractors, regulatory representatives, and town/city officials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline is strongly preferred. However, candidates with degrees in other relevant fields, coupled with significant experience in project management, engineering, construction, and operations, will also be considered.
• 5-7 years of experience in engineering, project management, utility construction, or equivalent relevant experience. A Master's degree in an engineering discipline, MBA, or equivalent qualification is desirable.

More Information

Why National Grid?

• Contribute to projects that support a reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy future.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals across engineering, construction, operations, and project management.
• Lead high-impact infrastructure investments that serve customers and communities.
• Work in a culture focused on safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Flexible hybrid working model with opportunities to balance office, home, and field-based work.

Salary

$148,000 - $173,000 a year

National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

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This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

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