Senior Project Manager

National Grid plc; Northboro (IA); Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join the Distribution Programs team within NE Electric Project Management and Construction, for our Northborough, Worcester, Brockton, or North Andover Massachusetts locations. This is a hybrid role (50% in the office/field).

You will oversee planning, delivery, governance, and cost control of grid modernization programs including FLISR and Volt-Var Optimization, ensuring milestones are met and budgets are maintained.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; other relevant fields considered with significant PM/engineering/construction experience.
• Experience in engineering, project management, utility construction, or equivalent.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, delivery, and governance of Grid Modernization projects (FLISR, VVO).
• Manage contracts, baselines, budgets, schedules, risks, and resources.
• Coordinate permitting with authorities and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Communicate progress, risks, and milestones to stakeholders; report regularly.
• Mentor junior Project Managers and promote best practices and development.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Project management software

Job description

National Grid is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join the Distribution Programs team within NE Electric Project Management and Construction, for our Northborough, Worcester, Brockton, or North Andover Massachusetts locations. This is a hybrid role (50% in the office/field).

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

We are seeking a dedicated individual to oversee and execute the planning, delivery, management, and governance of projects with our Grid Modernization Distribution program portfolio. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the projects are developed and executed in a cost-effective and purposeful manner, while also improving long-term program robustness, requirements, costs, and timelines. Programs include Fault Location Isolation and Service Restoration (FLISR) and Volt-Var Optimization (VVO).

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure compliance with the capital delivery process by overseeing the development and finalization of engineering and construction contracts. This includes managing preliminary engineering, baseline schedule, cost estimate and forecast, risk profile, and resource strategy.
• Manage project and program finances and schedules, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints and timelines. Identify and address any deviations promptly, taking proactive measures to mitigate risks and optimize project efficiency.
• Facilitate the permitting process by liaising with relevant authorities, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and requirements. Proactively address any permitting challenges or delays to minimize project disruptions.
• Develop and maintain effective communication channels with stakeholders, including regular reporting on project and program progress, risks, and milestones. Foster transparency and engagement, addressing stakeholder inquiries and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior Project Managers, fostering their professional growth and development. Share expertise, best practices, and lessons learned to enhance their project management skills and ensure a strong talent pipeline within the organization.

Qualifications

• High level personal initiative, integrity, and effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to foster positive and collaborative relationships with company personnel, contractors, regulatory representatives, and town/city officials.
• Proficient in project and work management software
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and issues simultaneously.
• Analytical skill with competencies to transfer data between software systems, and ability to understand complex business reports in project management systems and other software tools.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline is preferred. However, candidates with degrees in other relevant fields, coupled with significant experience in project management, engineering, construction, and operations, will also be considered.
• 3-5 years of experience in engineering, project management, utility construction, or equivalent relevant experience.

More Information

Why National Grid?

• Help shape the future of New England's electricity system.
• Work on high-impact initiatives that support reliability, affordability, and sustainability.
• Collaborate with industry-leading experts across engineering, operations, project management, and construction.
• Gain exposure to major grid modernization and infrastructure investment programs.
• Be part of an organization committed to innovation, continuous improvement, and delivering value for customers and communities.

$123,000 - $144,000 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.

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.

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.