About The Role

Permanent Roles – Suffolk Area – Full Time

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.

Due to an internal promotion and growth, we are seeking multiple Project Managers on our Bramford to Twinstead Reinforcement Project (BTNO)

BTNO is a major upgrade project involving nearly 30km of underground and overground new infrastructure, scheduled for completion by 2029

Your role will be to manage the project to time and budget, hitting key milestones along the way. You will use your proficiency to deliver and manage your projects as you see fit and the lessons learnt from your work will be shared across the wider business. 

You’ll be joining an immediate team of 10 and a wider team of around 40.

This role is based 4 days per week at our Ipswich site which has free onsite parking.

If you live further away, overnight stays will be required for work continuity.

Travel and accommodation expenses will be met by National Grid. 

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:

• Is enthusiastic about developing infrastructure that contributes to achieving Net Zero goals.
• Can demonstrate experience in project management for complex, high-value 400/275kV overhead line (OHL) and cable projects.
• Possesses clear, concise, and open communication skills, contributing positively to team dynamics and fostering a supportive work environment.
• Can actively fulfil the client role in accordance with NEC4 contracts.
• Is capable of collaborating effectively with all stakeholders, both internal and external, as well as the principal contractor, to achieve programme milestones.
• Has strong technical engineering knowledge of cable systems and overhead lines (400/275kV).
• Is able to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with diverse challenges. You’ll be resilient, driven, and proficient in prioritising and managing time effectively, especially when faced with unexpected situations.
• Exhibits strong teamwork skills and the ability to engage effectively with others. Makes decisions with a focus on the greater good, considering the impact on local communities and stakeholders
• Has experience in Development Consent Orders and/or local planning approvals to facilitate construction, is desirable but not essential,
• Is knowledgeable in the application of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM).
• Shows proficiency in the application and management of NEC contracts

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

You will:

• Employ a robust risk management process.
• Manage the Principal Contractors within the client role function.
• Robustly manage the NEC4 contract, utilising support functions to ensure a safe, cost-effective, and on-programme project.
• Build and manage effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Use technical knowledge to ensure the project is delivered safely, to a high quality and efficiently.
• Chair and participate in contract and project meetings.
• Manage budgets, including monthly, yearly, and completion deadlines.
• Display visible safety leadership and set the tone for project safety, for example, by conducting site visits and providing timely feedback on improvements.
• Foster a collaborative environment with the supply chain, including principal contractors, service and plant suppliers, customers, landowners, local authorities, residents, and businesses.

Additionally, you will:

• Get the project back on track if it slows down, being mindful that any slippages will adversely affect the portfolio as a whole.
• Manage changes effectively, ensuring the project remains within governance frameworks.
• Deliver the project safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Utilise value engineering to reduce costs while remaining within the project scope.
• Foster an environment where everyone, regardless of seniority or background, feels empowered to share their concerns. As an organisation, we are driven by safety.
• Ensure visible and accessible communications are maintained throughout the life of the project, including safety charters and notifications of incidents and lessons learned. Share good practices and reinforce positive behaviours.
• Act with fairness and honesty in your communications. When things aren’t going to plan, share your learnings; when they are, celebrate your team’s successes.
• Mentor team members and support their ongoing professional development

What You'll Get

A competitive starting salary between £61,500 – £75,000 dependent on capability, plus an additional non-performance based £4500 annual supplement paid monthly. You'll also receive a brand new electric or hybrid car, selected from a wide list which is available for use for business and private use. 

As well as your base salary and supplement, 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

National 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 Information

This role closes on August 24th 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 on or around September 4th or 5th.

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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