EPC Project Manager

The GB energy system is rapidly transforming as we target Clean Power by 2030 and NetZero by 2050. The distribution network is vital in this transformation as we look to accommodate thousands of electric vehicles and heat pumps in people’s homes and connect large volumes of solar and wind. This will require us building out our network at a rate we have not seen this century. As one of the Distribution Network Operators, we have a key role to play in the Great Grid Upgrade – it’s an essential part in enabling the accelerated strategic Transmission Investment (ASTI) projects across England and Wales.

We're looking for EPC Project Managers to join our newly formed ASTI Projects team in Field Operations, focusing on delivering major infrastructure projects - ideally based in the Midlands area. Reporting to a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for the consenting, development, and delivery of strategically critical, high-value, and complex projects or programmes. Your goal will be to ensure these projects are completed safely, on time, to the highest quality standards, and within budget, all while enhancing National Grid's reputation in the Electricity Distribution market.

You will play a key role in managing health, safety, and environmental issues throughout the National Grid Electricity Distribution ASTI Portfolio, ensuring that projects meet the business's regulatory, stakeholder, and customer commitments. This role offers a flexible hybrid working approach, allowing you to effectively balance office, site, and home working.

• Deliver the least cost, optimal, efficient and safe solution in line with CDM Regulations and SHEQ considerations.
• Manage project delivery, design, safety by design, commissioning, scheme closure and post-completion requirements.
• Act as the NEC Project Manager (or equivalent for other contract types).
• Monitor and control the investment throughout the process providing regular project monthly status reports including: SHE performance, milestone progress, risk management and competent, accurate and timely financial forecasting information to support regulatory reporting including cost recover, and business and capital planning.
• Enact the role of Client's Delegated Representative and where appropriate, Principle Designer or arrange for the provision of Principle Designer for each project as required under CDM Regulations.
• Perform the role of CDM-coordinator or arrange for the provision of a CDMC for each project as required.
• Manage and co-ordinate Contractors and project teams to successfully deliver projects to time, cost and specification and with minimal disruption.
• Monitor Contractor site activities to ensure compliance with National Grid SHES standards, Health & Safety, Environmental legislation and CDM regulations.
• Manage the Contractor commissioning and performance testing process on site.
• Ensure the provision of accurate ‘as built’ documentation to handover of the assets onto the system to the standards defined in the design.
• Manage standard and routine third-party issues, land, consents, grantors, public relations and Community Stakeholders to preserve National Grid reputation.
• Maintain full relevant authorisation to carry out duties.

• Proven experience in leading major engineering, construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong project management skills with experience managing risk for delivery of projects to scope, time, cost, quality, safety and security of supply.
• Experience in the electricity industry or other energy, utilities, or rail sectors.
• Working knowledge and application of Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations.
• Recognised Project Management qualification ideally.
• Relevant degree or equivalent experience or qualification in a related field.
• Proficient in Contract Management and driving cost efficiencies.
• Working knowledge and understanding of safety and environmental legislation, practices.
• Demonstrable experience of leading cross functional teams and stakeholder management.
• Proficient business writing and communication skills.
• Demonstrable experience of problem solving and an appetite for continuous improvement.
• Good influencing and negotiating skills.
• A full and valid UK driving licence is required, as the role involves travel between home, office, and site locations.

So, as well as a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:

• 26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous service.
• Competitive contributory pension scheme (we double match your contributions up to a maximum of 12%).
• Annual Share Save plan.
• Life assurance x 4 basic salary.
• Contributory private healthcare scheme for you and your family.
• Support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services.
• Free on-site parking at all our main sites.

As an equal opportunities employer who is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, we celebrate individual difference and are actively bringing in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build on our inclusive culture. If you require additional support to complete your online application, let us know. In most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin. National Grid Electricity Distribution is committed to safeguarding the interests of the Company, colleagues and customers. This role is subject to a satisfactory Barring Service, (DBS) check, depending on the role different levels of screening and vetting are required. Some roles require a triannual check. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient numbers of suitable applications be received, so it would be best to apply as soon as you can.