Project Controls / Earned Value Manager

About the role

Great Britain's electricity infrastructure is undergoing an ambitious, exciting and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, greener system, one that protects the planet and serves generations to come.

National Grid has launched the Great Grid Upgrade Partnership, an opportunity for supply chain partners to help National Grid deliver the largest overhaul of the electricity grid in generations.

Our new Strategic Infrastructure (SI) business unit has been set up to deliver several new major projects, working collaboratively with selected Design & Consenting and Construction partners to design and deliver a multi-billion network construction by 2030.

The Onshore Programme Management Office (PMO) has a significant role to play in supporting delivery of these projects, including the planning team through the robust development and upkeep of sufficiently detailed project schedules but also the broader programme schedule for Onshore.

We are moving to a programmatic delivery approach and an enterprise based collaborative contracting model. It is anticipated that the programme will include projects delivered through conventional scope-based contracts and schemes delivered through the Great Grid Partnership (GGP) delivery model.

The Project Controls and Earned Value Manager will support the Head of Planning focusing on making sure the EV metrics are as robust as possible, this will involve adopting the right processes and systems and nurturing the team with the aim of building a high class EVM capability. The role will also focus on ensuring that the Cost Control processes are further developed and adhered to. Principally they will engage with the Regional Planning Mangers and Design Partners and the Integrator to ensure that there is a joined-up approach to EV & Cost Management, taking ownership of the works described in the Cost Control Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and making sure that the GGP Partner programmes are aligned with the SOP.

We are looking for a Planning professional who has experience of operating within complex large scale construction programmes, who has operated at Planning Manager or Project Controls Manager level, and with knowledge of modern but pragmatic planning practices, and must have expert knowledge and experience of EVM Tools and Techniques. In addition, the interpersonal and management skills to help develop the wider planning team so that the PMO can support successful delivery of the projects in each of our delivery regions.

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 of Establishing EVM and Cost Capture processes and systems.
• Proven track record of establishing appropriate methods of Assurance of the EV and Cost Data
• A thorough understanding of EVM tools and techniques.
• Validate the Planned Value build up for each project, and subsequently validate the Earned Value Figures in a timely manner to support the CL32 programme updates.
• Experienced user of the Primavera suite of Project Management tools. (P6)
• Experienced user of MS Office toolset (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Demonstrate a logical and methodical approach to problem solving, with good attention to detail.
• Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills.
• An ability to prepare and interpret flowcharts, schedules, and step-by-step action plans.
• Solid organisational skills, including multitasking and time-management.
• Strong client-facing and teamwork skills
• Familiarity of the NEC3/4 Commercial Framework.
• Experience of managing a wide group of stakeholders & effective communication skills with all levels of management
• Demonstrable experience of successfully working in a matrix and integrated teams
• Ability to bring creative and innovative new approaches to projects, programmes or a business that deliver lasting improvements.
• The ability to develop and mentor new and existing colleagues.

What you'll do

• Support the development and Implementation of an Effective EVM and Cost Control System, including procedures, practices, and behaviours.
• Work Collaboratively with the GGP Partners and Integrator to ensure we are aligned with the Cost Control SOP.
• Ensure that the GGP Partners are utilising the right programme structures to ensure that the EV and Cost Data are compatible (CBS\WBS)
• Ensure that the EV and Cost data are brought together in a timely manner that supports the month end reporting cycle.
• Assure the process and systems associated with Cost Capture making sure we engage with the commercial and finance teams.
• Support the Regional Planning Managers to ensure that EV and Cost Data is interpreted correctly to enable “best for project” decisions to be made.
• Establish EVM principles and good practices and where possible seek continuous improvement.
• Regular collaboration with the project delivery teams to ensure that the project status is understood and to ensure that EV metrics are fed back in a timely manner.
• Supporting recruitment campaigns and collation of CVs
• Scheduling and co-ordinating recruitment and consultancy staff interviews
• Supporting the onboarding and induction process
• Coordination of Graduates and Apprentices deployment and progression / Mentoring

What you'll get in return

A competitive salary between £77,000 - £82,000 – dependent on capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus of up to 30% of your salary for stretch 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.

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More Information

This role closes on 16th 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.