Lead Project Manager
About The Role
Permanent Roles x 2 – Brand New – UK Wide
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.
As lead Project Manager you’ll be working on one of the biggest, most exciting projects in green energy, supporting the Senior Project Manager in overseeing and managing the Sea Link Project.
As we make the move to Net Zero, we’re looking for a Lead Project Manager to help deliver the Sea Link Project. Sea Link is a HVDC link to reinforce the transmission network between Suffolk and Kent with 2GW of transfer capacity.
This is a major project split into 3 sections, including Suffolk Onshore, Kent Onshore and Offshore.
The purpose of this role is to develop, sanction, deliver and close a major project to time, cost and specification in accordance with the National Grids network development process. Ensuring health, safety and environmental issues are managed throughout the process and projects deliver the business’ regulatory, stakeholder and customer commitments.
This role is UK Hybrid and we continue to offer hybrid working from offices and home.
We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.
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 can demonstrate expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Electricity Transmission Systems,
- Cable System Engineering
- Engineering and Installation of Cables
- Landfall Engineering (Horizontal Directional Drilling)
- Offshore Cable Engineering
- Offshore Cable Installation
- Major Projects – Civils
You’ll be proficient Project Management skills including management of risk for delivery of projects to scope, time, cost, quality, safety and security of supply.
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’ll lead the National Grid investment process during pre-construction (including development and consenting processes), delivery and closure of projects of varying complexity.
Managing and co-ordinating contractors and project teams your skills will help successfully deliver projects to time, cost and specification and with minimal disruption.
You’ll develop, sanction and deliver the least cost, optimal, efficient and safe solution in line with CDM Regulations and SHESQ considerations.
Monitoring contractor site activities, you’ll ensure compliance with National Grid SHES standards, health & safety, environmental legislation, and CDM regulations.
You’ll manage standard and routine third-party issues, land, consents, grantors, public relations and Community stakeholder relationships to preserve National Grid reputation.
What You'll Get
A competitive starting salary between £65,000 - £73,000 dependent on capability. Progression is available in post.
Additionally you’ll receive £4,500 as a market supplement broken down and paid monthly.
You’ll also receive a brand new hybrid or fully electric car from hundreds of options for company and personal use.
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
National Grid Strategic Infrastructure is a Business Unit created to propel our grid forward to deliver in 5 years, what has been achieved in the previous 30. By 2030 we aim to have 17 new major infrastructure projects live across England, Scotland and Wales.
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 Jan 11th 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 around Jan 23rd.
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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