Graduate Development Program, Associate Project Manager, NE Electric Complex Project Management

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension plan

Private medical insurance

Job summary

National Grid offers a structured Graduate Development Program for recent graduates to kickstart a career in project management across New England. The Associate Project Manager will work with seasoned PMs on planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and construction of critical electric infrastructure.

You will gain hands-on experience through a 3-week orientation, mentorship, and immersive development activities, including a hackathon project, to accelerate growth and leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Ability to communicate effectively with teammates, stakeholders, and leaders.
• Self-motivated with proactive problem-solving and learning.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and milestones to support delivery.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand needs and ensure positive outcomes.
• Support permitting activities and regulatory compliance.
• Communicate updates, risks, milestones, and decisions to stakeholders.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Proactive/problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Procore

Microsoft Project

Job description

Graduate Development Program, Associate Project Manager, NE Electric Complex Project Management

About the Position

Ready to help power the future of energy while building your project management career? As an Associate Project Manager, you'll support a diverse portfolio of projects that help modernize National Grid's electric system across New England. You'll work alongside experienced Project Managers and gain exposure to project planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, construction, quality reviews, and change management while helping deliver critical infrastructure that powers our communities.

Through mentorship from experienced project leaders, you'll build skills across every stage of project delivery and develop a strong foundation in project management. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your expertise, take on meaningful challenges, and make an impact through projects that power communities across New England.

What You’ll Do

• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and key milestones to support successful project delivery.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to understand project needs, build strong relationships, and support positive project outcomes.
• Support permitting activities and help ensure compliance with applicable regulations and project requirements.
• Communicate project updates, risks, milestones, and key decisions to stakeholders through regular reporting and project coordination activities.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to support project planning, engineering, scheduling, cost estimating, risk management, resource planning, and project execution.
• Prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory reporting requirements.
• Support major storm response efforts across New England when needed.

What You'll Need to Apply

• Bachelors or Master's degree from an accredited institution. Preferably in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with teammates, stakeholders, and leaders in a professional environment.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving and learning.
• Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027
• Ability to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027
• Valid driver’s license required with a safe driving history that meets National Grid’s Safe Driver policy
• Work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (such as sponsorship for an H-1B, TN, O, L, STEM OPT, or other employment-based work authorization)

It would be awesome if you had

• Internship, co-op, academic project, research, or work experience related to construction, infrastructure, utilities, or energy.
• Experience using project management or scheduling tools such as Primavera P6, Procore, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.

What You’ll Get in Return

• Structured development opportunities, mentorship, and ongoing feedback to accelerate your career growth
• Exposure to leaders, cross-functional teams, and diverse areas of the business
• Opportunities to build your professional network and develop lasting industry connections
• Meaningful work and real-world experience that provide a strong foundation for a long-term career at National Grid
• Competitive salary ranging from $84,000 to $99,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package

National Grid’s Graduate Development Program (GDP) is a year-long development program for recent college graduates who aspire to take on future leadership roles in a dynamic, ever-changing industry. Graduates will shape the future of National Grid. Bringing fresh thinking, new perspectives, and exploring with energy, we’ll give you real responsibility and an opportunity to move with purpose from day one – putting the power to supercharge your career in your hands.

Graduates start their careers at National Grid with an in-depth 3-week in-person Orientation which gives you exposure to all parts of the company, allows you to network with your Graduate cohort, GDP alumni, and senior leaders, and provides you with the opportunity to travel throughout our service territory in the northeast US. Following Orientation, you’ll begin working in the full-time position outlined below and take part in robust in-person and virtual development activities throughout the year. This includes monthly development sessions, active mentorship, and an intensive and immersive “Hackathon Project” where you “hack” a real-world National Grid problem.

About National Grid

National Grid is the critical energy infrastructure company, operating the electricity and gas networks and infrastructures that connects millions of people to the energy they use every day, supporting homes, businesses and communities across Massachusetts and New York.

We know the future of energy won't be shaped by what we know today. It will be shaped by what's possible tomorrow. That's why we're investing in the next generation of talent, giving undergraduates and graduates the opportunity to learn from experts, gain hands‑on experience and contribute to work that matters from day one.

Are you ready to unlock the power of the possible?

More Information

Salary Range
Worcester, Northboro, or Waltham, Massachusetts $84,000 - $99,000 a year

National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Please note US Colleagues must reside within our existing footprint, which includes Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island and Vermont. As a National Grid employee, you should also reside within a reasonable, commutable distance to your assigned primary office.

Applications close on December 1, 2026. As we review applications on a rolling basis, this posting may close earlier if we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications. Early application is encouraged.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144 .

National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.

Safety, Health, Environment and Resilience

National Grid operates in both the UK and US, with a broad portfolio of energy businesses dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and sustainable power.

From electricity and gas transmission to advancing clean energy and modernising grids, our work covers every aspect of the energy system.

Our energy flows through absolutely everything we do

Life here at National Grid is more than just our purpose or our values, it’s everything we put into everything we do. It’s our commitment to diversity and inclusion; how we help our employees learn and grow; and how we partner with and support the communities where we live and work. It’s all this, and so much more.

We leverage our collective strengths to do meaningful BIG work so that we can be at the heart of a fair and affordable energy future.

Your salary is reviewed each year against the market for your role, skills, knowledge and experience.

Incentive

Annual performance plan or bonus (depending on your role) rewards your contribution to our success each year.

Retirement

Generous pension plan with company contributions up to 12%.

Private medical insurance for self and family.