Project Manager

TN United Kingdom; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Manager to lead exciting projects within the energy sector. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work collaboratively with various stakeholders, ensuring high-quality project delivery while adopting a hybrid working approach. The company values diverse backgrounds and experiences, promoting an inclusive environment where innovative thinking thrives. With a competitive benefits package and flexible working options, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the energy transition to net zero.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Life cover

Bonus

Flexible benefits with tax savings

Qualifications

• Proven track record in enhancing performance through effective leadership.
• Experience in influencing stakeholders and providing clear guidance.

Responsibilities

• Drive I&C projects through to implementation within quality standards.
• Develop and maintain project plans, oversee budgets, and manage stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Business Analysis

Agile Methodologies

Waterfall Methodologies

Tools

Business Analysis Tools

Job description

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We need everyone's positive energy and innovative thinking to lead the energy transition to net zero. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and have a range of flexible working options to suit everyone!

Project Manager

Here's what you'll be doing

The E.ON Industrial and Commercial (I&C) Pillar combines the current nPower nBS & E.ON B2B businesses to create a new £8 billion revenue business serving approximately 60,000 customers and around 300,000 meter points, aiming to become the number one B2B energy supplier in the UK.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the setup, management, and delivery of projects within I&C. This role offers a great opportunity to work with various stakeholders across the business. It adopts a hybrid working approach, where you will work in the office (Solihull) 2-3 days per week.

Key responsibilities

1. Drive allocated I&C projects through to implementation, delivering to high quality standards within the agreed governance framework, incorporating one or more time/cost/quality levers as appropriate.
2. Provide expert guidance to the project team to support the improved delivery of change.
3. Develop and maintain project plans and schedules, including formal initiation and closure of the assigned project.
4. Oversee the necessary commercial arrangements (work orders) required for third-party providers and necessary approvals and governance.
5. Define and agree on budgets, gain approval via company procedures, forecast, track, and report costs and benefits to ensure delivery within the approved budget, and maintain clear visibility of forecasted benefits.
6. Own and manage all relevant stakeholders of the project, keeping them informed and engaged.
7. Lead a multi-functional project team, including matrix-managed reports and third-party solution partners, coaching for success to enable team growth and development.

What we need from you

• Demonstrated track record of enhancing performance through effective leadership, empowerment, and personal growth in challenging environments.
• Proficiency in influencing key stakeholders at various levels within the organization, fostering understanding of complex matters, and providing clear guidance.
• Extensive expertise and hands-on experience with Business Analysis tools and techniques across multiple delivery methodologies, such as Agile and Waterfall.

It would be great if you had

• Knowledge within the energy industry and experience or understanding of the structure and organization of utilities and their core activities.

Here’s what you need to know

• Our market-leading benefits package includes 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, a generous pension scheme, life cover, bonus, and the chance to choose from 20 flexible benefits with tax and/or NI savings. Our benefits package recently won the Personnel Today Reward, Recognition, and Benefits Award 2022! As the only energy company featured in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers (currently ranked 8th), we are committed to equal opportunities and actively promote a diverse and inclusive working environment.
• We recognize that the best people bring their energy at different times, so we’re happy to discuss flexible working options, including full-time, part-time, and job share arrangements.
• As a Disability Confident Employer, we interview every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role.
• We offer opportunities for everyone to develop their talents through our inclusive talent networks, providing networking, learning, and development to build your skills and capabilities throughout your career.

At a glance

Reference no.: 227138 | Closing date: 14/08/2024 | Salary: £58,693 - £71,634

Get in touch

For more information about the role, please contact [emailprotected]. Please note, CVs sent directly will not be accepted.

About us

E.ON is a privately owned international energy company. Our 75,000 colleagues across 15 countries work daily to improve technical innovations and develop user-friendly customer solutions for the future energy landscape. We focus heavily on the energy of the future through our three business areas: energy networks, renewable energies, and customer solutions.