Lead Project Manager - Ops

About us

National Grid is hiring a Lead Project Manager, Gas Complex Capital Delivery for our Gas Division in Down State New York. This position is to be based out of our Melville Office, NY.

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.

To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the costs of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

Job Purpose

To provide leadership and clear direction to project teams. Responsible for the delivery, management, and governance of assigned projects in accordance with the National Grid project management processes defined by scope, schedule and quality.

Key Accountabilities

Manage gas distribution and transmission pipeline, regulator station and other related asset projects, including new facilities, major additions, replacements and retrofit projects.

Manage all aspects of assigned projects including:

Communications and team leadership

Deliver approved scope, cost estimates, schedules and resource plans.

Control of project scope, cost, quality, and schedule parameters/risk management.

Compliance with environmental, safety and National Grid standards and policies.

Adherence with all project permits.

Project closure activities.

Weekly and monthly project reporting

Project forecasting.

Assuring project savings.

Promote a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and efficient resource utilization both throughout a network delivery organization. Supporting groups within this organization include Engineering, Operations, Asset Management, Environmental, Resource Coordination, and others.

Qualifications

5+ years' experience with project management.

A Bachelor's degree, preferably in management discipline and/or significant relevant engineering, environmental and construction experience in all aspects of utility construction operations or 10+ years of relevant work experience.

Certified Project Management Professional preferred.

Experience with successful delivery of complex projects and posses team leadership skills.

Strong influencing and negotiating skills.

Valid driver's license with safe driving history required.

Salary

$131,000 - $154,000 a year

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Internal candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.