Project Supervisor (Norfolk or Lincolnshire Area)

National Grid plc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Project Manager for a major renewable energy project in the Lincolnshire/Norfolk area. This hybrid role involves overseeing project safety, compliance, and delivery while contributing to the UK's net zero goals. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and relevant qualifications, ensuring safety and quality standards are met throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience in project site management and working to deadlines.
• Familiar with NEC contracts and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Principal Contractor complies with CDM regulations.
• Facilitate site safety walks and coordination meetings.
• Monitor site construction activities and quality assurance.

Skills

Project Management

Risk Management

Safety Awareness

Environmental Legislation

Contract Management

Education

NEBOSH

IOSH

SMSTS

CQI

IRCA Quality In Construction Training

Job description

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Department: Electricity Transmission - Non-Operations

Job Function: Capital Project Delivery

2 Brand New Roles

• Lincolnshire/Norfolk area project

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.

This upgrade project is part of a key set of Grid Grid Partnership upgrades to transmit renewable energy across England. This major project spanning Lincolnshire to Norfolk, initiated in 2023 and is due for completion in 2033

This role is home and site based as required and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home.

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

About You

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 has:

• Project Management skills including management of risk for delivery of projects to scope, time, cost, quality, safety and security of supply.
• An Awareness of NEC Contracts
• Good understanding of Safety and Environmental legislation and practices and policies.
• Good knowledge of CDM Regulations.
• Previous experience of project site management capability of working to deadlines and in a contracting environment.
• A passion for the world National Grid are building and the UK road to Net Zero.

Applicants may typically hold qualifications such as NEBOSH / IOSH / SMSTS /CQI / IRCA Quality In Construction Training and be familiar with standard contract terms and conditions i.e. FIDIC,BEAMA and NEC

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.

What You'll Do

• You’ll ensure that the Principal Contractor (PC) is pro-active in discharging his duties under the CDM regulations, not least in managing all safety aspects of the construction based activities
• You will facilitate regular site safety walks, holding coordination meetings with all contractors on site, ensuring that access/egress to the site is controlled and maintaining a site log/diary.
• You will proactively review the suitability of Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
• Providing input, you will review and comment on the deliverability of the PC Site Delivery Programmes and proactively monitor all activities, promptly advising the EPC Project Manager of any programme risks.
• You’ll ensure the PC is proactive in holding Site Progress Meetings and issues minutes of these meetings, a file of these to maintain on site minutes and any relevant documentation as required by the project and EPC PM
• You’ll support Quality Assurance monitoring in the region.
• Familiar with industry construction standards you’ll be expected to inspect, approve or reject materials and workmanship.
• You will monitor site construction activities and be familiar with all aspects of the contract documentation.
• You’ll enact the role of employers ‘Supervisor’ under NEC contracts.
• Issuing site instructions, you will authenticate any record sheets issued by the Principal Contractor.

About Us

National Grid Strategic Infrastructure has a key role to play in tackling climate change by accelerating our capacity to deliver clean electricity across the UK. We already operate the fastest decarbonising electricity grid in the world, with an ambition for zero carbon operation by 2025. And by 2035, we want to run 100% clean, green energy, all the time.

Here at National Grid, we connect homes and businesses to power, making sure supply and demand match each other. We make sure the lights are on in schools, operating theatres, and sporting arenas; we’re thousands of people working on behalf of millions of people.

Our investment in Strategic Infrastructure via the Great Grid Upgrade will mean more home grown power, greater energy security and a cleaner future.

Whatever your role, wherever you work with us, you’ll help us hit stretching targets and achieve our far-reaching goal: to secure, clean energy that supports our world far into the future. Here, you will be at the heart of energy.

More Information

This role closes on May 18th 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 May 28 – 30th via Teams or locally if convenient.

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.