Associate Project Manager

About the role

The UK has set out its ambition to be net zero by 2050 and the energy industry is responding – together we are building a cleaner, greener Britain.

We are expanding our project team and looking for an Associate Project Manager to support the HVDC link project connecting Scottish offshore wind energy into National Grid’s transmission network.  HVDC link project is delivered as a joint venture by National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) and Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks Transmission (SSENT). 

This key role will support detailed design and construction of the proposed HVDC converter station in West Norfolk region. This role will be crucial in growing our team, overseeing the design and construction of an HVDC Converter station in England, which will link Scotland and England.

Within this role, you will be making use of your engineering and project management acumen by leading on the design of the electricity transmission system of the future across functional teams ensuring a smooth project delivery by working closely with our appointed technology provider to deliver a successful outcome.

About you

What 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:

• Experience in large-scale projects and joint ventures within Energy, Water or Rail sectors.
• Ability to managing diverse project delivery models, including ECI to delivery stage, traditional design, and Design & Build (D&B) projects.
• Capability in design management and project coordination.
• Proficient in project scoping and contract management (NEC or FIDIC preferred).
• Understanding of consenting, planning, and environmental management processes.
• Client-side experience & Stakeholder engagement.
• HNC / HND / Degree in Electrical /Electronic /Mechanical engineering or Civil Engineering qualification.

We offer a hybrid role working arrangement with a requirement to travel for meetings to various locations (e.g., Birmingham, London, Manchester) as project needs dictate & to attend site in West Norfolk region.  There may be some travel required to other locations including Scotland, around the UK or abroad to meet with suppliers / delivery partners.

What you'll do

As an Associate Project Manager, you will be a key support for the project delivery team, contributing to the successful execution of HVDC projects. Your role will involve assisting with various project management responsibilities, with a focus on coordination, communication, and ensuring all project elements stay on track.

The role will require you to deliver and manage:

• Support the management and coordination of design and delivery phase, including planning, budgeting, and execution.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and stakeholders, providing updates and addressing any issues that arise.
• Act as an interface between contractors, managing relationships and ensuring smooth communication and coordination within the joint venture partnership.
• Lead on the design element of projects, coordinating with design teams and stakeholders to ensure design requirements are met.
• Assist in the development and implementation of project delivery plans, design, commissioning, and scheme closure requirements, ensuring health and safety is integrated from design to delivery, in compliance with CDM regulations.
• Aid in monitoring project investment and contribute to the preparation of monthly status reports, including financial forecasting information.
• Collaborate with contractors and project teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and to specification.
• Help produce and organise required project documentation, maintaining governance throughout the process.
• Support the on-site commissioning and performance testing processes for contractors.
• Act as the NEC / FIDIC Project Manager as required.

What you'll get in return

A competitive salary between £47,000 - £55,000 – dependent on capability.

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 us

The British Energy Security Strategy set out the Government's ambition to connect up to 50GW of offshore generation to the electricity network by 2030. Facilitating this ambition will require significant reinforcements to the onshore electricity transmission network. National Grid Strategic Infrastructure will make this happen.

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 Information

This role closes on 23rd September 2025 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. 

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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