Lead Project Manager - Leeds (LS), United Kingdom - National Grid

Description

Brand New Role – Yorkshire Based – Hybrid Working

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 for civils, you'll project managing the infrastructure that connects low carbon energy to the existing electricity transmission system. Your role will be to manage Eastern Green Link 2 (EGL2) 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.

EGL 2 is a joint venture between National Grid and SSE to build an electrical super highway between England and Scotland, spanning more than 500km under sea and over land.

This role is based at on site around 3 days per week with wider hybrid working. The construction site near Drax Power station will be live from September 2024 with project completion in 2029.

We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.

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 excited about building the kind of infrastructure that will help make Net Zero happen.

You will be working in a busy, buoyant environment with lots of variety and change. You'll need to be resilient, driven, and good at prioritising and managing your own time, particularly when the unexpected crops up.

The strength of a project depends on excellent teamwork so you'll have to be good with people too. You make decisions based on the greater good and carefully consider the communities you are working in.

Experience of project management or engineering is essential with civil construction knowledge

This role is based in the Drax / Leeds area and will require attendance of three days a week on site.

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.

You'll be working with around 7 other Project Managers and JV partners, reporting into the Senior EGL2 Project Manager.

Your focus will be:

Project Planning and Management:

Reviewing and assisting with project plans, schedules, and budgets for civil engineering projects.
Coordinating with internal teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure project milestones are met.
Monitoring project progress and addressing any issues or delays promptly.

Safety and Compliance:

Ensuring that all construction activities comply with safety regulations and company standards.
Conducting regular safety inspections and implement corrective actions as necessary.
Maintaining a safe working environment for all project personnel and stakeholders.

Quality Assurance:

Overseeing quality control processes to ensure that work meets National Grid standards and specifications.
Conducting inspections and quality audits throughout the project lifecycle.
Implementing measures to address any quality concerns and maintain high standards of workmanship.

Stakeholder Management:

Communicating regularly with internal stakeholders, including engineering teams, project sponsors, and management, to provide updates on project status and address concerns.
Acting as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, including contractors and local authorities.

Budget and Resource Management:

Monitoring project budgets and expenditures, ensuring that costs are controlled and within approved limits.
Managing project resources effectively, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to optimise productivity and minimise waste.

Risk Management:

Identifying potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimise their impact on project delivery.
Proactively addressing issues that may arise during construction, such as unforeseen site conditions or adverse weather.

A competitive salary between £60,000 – £70,000 – dependent on capability.

A £4,500 supplement is additionally paid and a hybrid or fully electric vehicle provided

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.

This role closes on May 22nd 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 June 3rd or 4th in Leeds

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.