Energy Infrastructure: Graduate Associate Project Manager

National Grid Plc; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid’s Graduate Development Program in Worcester, MA, offers a structured start for recent graduates to launch a project management career. The Associate Project Manager role provides exposure to planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and change management across a portfolio of projects modernizing the electric system in New England.

You will learn from experienced project leaders and gain hands-on experience through mentorship and real assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a professional environment.
• Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027; eligible to begin on June 7, 2027 or July 12, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and milestones to support delivery.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand needs and drive outcomes.
• Support permitting activities and regulatory compliance.
• Communicate updates, risks, milestones, and decisions to stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for planning, scheduling, cost estimating, and execution.
• Prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders including regulatory reporting.
• Assist with major storm response efforts across New England when needed.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Proactive problem solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in PM/Construction/Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Procore

Microsoft Project

Job description

National Grid’s Graduate Development Program in Worcester, MA, offers a structured start for recent graduates to launch a project management career. The Associate Project Manager role provides exposure to planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and change management across a portfolio of projects modernizing the electric system in New England.

You will learn from experienced project leaders and gain hands-on experience through mentorship and real assignments.