Lead Project Manager

National Grid; New York (NY); On-site; USD 82,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid is seeking a Lead Program Manager for the Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) team in Brooklyn, NY. You will oversee complex remediation projects, ensure compliance with environmental regulations, and manage budgets and schedules while coordinating with regulators and internal departments.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive experience in environmental projects, and a PMP or equivalent certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline or engineering field.
• 10+ years of professional development in a related area.
• PMP certification or ability to obtain within 2 years of joining.
• Professional certification/licensure (e.g., LSP, PE, LEP, CHMM, PG).
• Strong MS Office proficiency and financial reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Promote and implement best practices for safe, efficient project work.
• Manage complex Site Investigation and Remediation projects from start to remedy.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with CERCLA, RCRA, Clean Water Act.
• Oversee remediation activities and budget/forecasting.
• Provide technical support to other departments and interface with regulators.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Budget and financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology/Environmental Science/Civil/Environmental Engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)

Job description

About Us

National Grid is hiring a Lead Program Manager for our Site Investigation and Remediation department. This position can be based in Brooklyn, NY.

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.

To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

Job Purpose

As a Lead Program Manager, you will be responsible for direct oversight and management of projects for the Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) department to maintain compliance with applicable local, state, and federal environmental requirements.

Key Accountabilities

• Promote and implement procedural best practices to ensure all project activities are performed in a safe, efficient and effective manner.
• Manage complex SIR projects from investigation through remedy implementation.
• Ensure all remediation plans and activities are conducted in compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations (e.g., CERCLA, RCRA, Clean Water Act).
• Oversee the implementation of remediation activities such as soil excavation, groundwater extraction, vapor mitigation, on-site treatment processes, and dredging.
• Routinely interface with regulators at the local, state, and federal level.
• Responsible for providing technical support to other National Grid departments (i.e. Community, Legal, Real Estate, Electric Operations, Gas Operations).
• Manage a team of environmental contractors and consultants and ensure adherence to contractual obligations.
• Monitor and control a wide range of projects while maintaining financial and progress forecasting to ensure efficient and cost-effective implementation.
• Must have a high degree of organizational and communication skills.
• Ensure projects comply with internal and external safety standards, policies and processes and comply with applicable environmental laws, regulations and approved work plans.
• Responsible for project-specific financial reporting to track budget spend and ensure effective financial management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific disciplines (Geology, Environmental Science, etc.) or Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or other related engineering disciplines. Master’s Degree a plus.
• 10+ years of professional development within a related area.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or ability to attain one within 2 years of joining the company.
• Professional certification or license (i.e., LSP, PE, LEP, CHMM, PG).
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Teams.
• Demonstrated ability to administer complex projects including multi-party sites while managing and updating appropriate budget and financial reporting obligations.

More Information

Salary: $82,000.00 - 96,000.00 USD Annually

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.

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

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.