Project Management Officer

JR United Kingdom; Woking; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking a proactive Project Coordinator to help manage the ED3 business plan. This role involves orchestration of meetings, tracking deliverables, and ensuring effective communication across teams. With comprehensive responsibilities, this position offers a competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a dynamic work environment aimed at enhancing energy delivery for millions.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Excellent opportunities for career growth

Bonus of up to 10%

Agile policy of 80/20 split in office

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects is essential.
• Advanced Excel and MS Office skills are crucial to analyze and present data effectively.
• Understanding UK energy regulation and frameworks is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Orchestrate meetings to enable a smooth programme.
• Oversee delivery of plan deliverables, setting clear deadlines.
• Produce and publish regular communications for the ED3 programme.

Skills

Project Management

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree level (or equivalent)

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

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Location: Newcastle or Castleford

Directorate: Economic Analysis

Job Ref No: R7238

Want to play a key role in delivering a smarter, more resilient energy future?

We’re looking for a proactive and organised Project Coordinator to support the successful delivery of our ED3 business plan at Northern Powergrid.

As the energy sector transforms to meet the demands of tomorrow, our ED3 programme is central to how we’ll continue powering 8 million people across 3.9 million homes and businesses.

In this vital role, you’ll work closely with the ED3 Programme Lead, helping to orchestrate meetings, track deliverables, manage resources, and keep our programme running smoothly. From maintaining control logs to producing clear and timely communications, you’ll ensure our plans stay on track and aligned with strategic priorities.

If you’re highly organised, detail-focused, and ready to make a difference in a dynamic, purpose-led environment, we’d love to hear from you

Along with a competitive salary of between £25,000 - £35,000 we also offer great benefits such as;

• 25 days holiday (rising with service) plus bank holidays
• Excellent opportunities for career growth
• Bonus of up to 10%
• Agile policy of 80/20 split in office

Key Responsibilities

• Orchestrate meetings across the ED3 plan to enable a smooth programme
• Oversee delivery of plan deliverables, set clear deadlines and monitor quality
• Develop and manage the ED3 reference and resources library (templates, guidance, standards etc)
• Manage interactions with external agencies for document design
• Manage of the programme control actions log, proactively following up on outstanding actions
• Produce and publish regular and timely ED3 programme communications
• Operate an effective managed environment for programme control by establishing and uphold standards for working practices
• Great interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to adapt to changes in the programme plan
• Experience in programme management, governance frameworks and reporting processes
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and stakeholders
• A passion for the energy sector

Qualifications & Experience

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Experience managing projects
• The ability to proactively prioritise, plan and deliver outputs
• Advanced Excel and MS Office skills, with the ability to analyse data, create reports, and present insights effectively

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• An understanding of UK energy regulation, price reviews and regulatory frameworks in the energy sector
• Experience of preparing or evaluating business plans of regulated companies
• Qualified to degree level (or equivalent)
• Previous experience working with or alongside a Distribution Network Operator

Job Posted: 29 May 2025

Closing date for applications: 20 June 2025

Hold date for interviews: 30 June & 7 July 2025

Applicants are considered on the basis of their suitability for the post irrespective of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, race, age or disability, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.