Senior Project Manager (Technical, Energy network)

Mott MacDonald; York; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking consultancy dedicated to improving society through innovative energy solutions. As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead energy infrastructure design and advisory projects, driving the transition to decarbonisation across the UK and Europe. This role offers the chance to enhance project management processes while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver impactful results. With a commitment to equality and inclusion, the company fosters an environment where your contributions are valued. If you're looking to make a difference in the energy sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plan

Wellbeing Support Program

33-35 Days Holiday

Enhanced Family Leave Policies

Qualifications

• Proven success in project delivery within the energy sector.
• Ability to manage risks and make complex decisions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver project scope to time, quality, and cost.
• Build and manage relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Lead problem-solving and decision-making efforts.

Skills

Project Management

Risk Management

Contract Administration

Change Management

Electrical Infrastructure Projects

Collaborative Skills

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree

Management Degree

Job description

Senior Project Manager (Technical, Energy network)

Location(s): Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB; London, GB; Glasgow, GB; York, GB; Altrincham, GB

Contract Type: Permanent

Work Pattern: Full Time

Market: Energy

Job Ref: 6273

About the role:

Do you want to work for a company whose purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes, and to transform businesses, communities, and opportunities for its employees? Mott MacDonald is a global consultancy whose people do exactly that. Today, the realities of our world are transforming the energy sector at an unprecedented rate. The challenges of decarbonisation, energy security, climate change, and digitalisation are continually shaping projects and how they are delivered. To do all of this, we need ambitious, like-minded individuals to join us and make a difference in the global response to climate change and provide the foundations for positive social and economic development. The Energy Systems team within our Energy unit is looking for Project Managers to lead our energy infrastructure design and energy advisory projects in a growing portfolio, supporting our clients in the transition to decarbonisation in the UK and across Europe as part of the energy transition. This position will play an active role in improving our project management processes and approach, driving both delivery excellence and efficiency in our business.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Delivering project scope to time, quality, and cost
• Building and managing strong relationships with senior client representatives as well as internal stakeholders
• Establishing effective communications across our multidisciplinary project delivery teams
• Taking the lead on problem solving and decision making
• Controlling internal and external commercial aspects of the project under the contract arrangements
• Managing risk to the business and to the client
• Working effectively on several projects concurrently to deliver to tight deadlines

It is expected that you will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Proven success in the delivery of projects working for a consultancy, designer, contractor, or major industry client within the energy sector
• Experience in contract administration
• Knowledge and experience in approaches to change management, risk management, schedule and cost management, along with all other aspects of project management
• Ability to make complex decisions, ensuring policies and procedures are adhered to, accepting responsibility for own actions
• Creates a work environment which promotes health, safety, and wellbeing
• Relevant engineering or management degree or relevant successful experience in project management of energy sector projects
• Previous experience in electrical infrastructure projects e.g. Owner’s Engineer, Lender’s Engineer, or other role
• Appreciation of commercial aspects of project work including contract terms
• Ability to adapt and work on multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Collaborative skills: the job of Project Manager requires that they work with cross-functional teams, so it is vital that they can work with people from various backgrounds

Preferred but not essential:

• Experience within the Energy infrastructure design sector
• Experience across all stages of the project lifecycle

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.

Accessibility

We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at [e-mail] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

• Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues
• Health cash plan to support you with everyday health costs and treatments
• A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family
• A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme
• Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave

Apply now, or for more information about our application process, click here.