Senior Project Manager, Electricity Capital Project Delivery

About us

National Grid is hiring a Senior DOT Project Manager for our Program Management team in Buffalo, 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 own our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

Job Purpose

This role is to facilitate the delivery of NYS DOT projects within the Distribution Line portfolio.  Manage each project to ensure cost, scope, and schedule are aligned and adhered to.  The Project Manager will engage key stakeholders throughout the process to enable cost effective planning and delivery of Electric NYS DOT projects in the Western Division.

Key Accountabilities

 

• The Program Manager builds internal and external relationships to enable the cost-effective planning, scheduling, and execution of Electric NYS DOT projects in the Western Division.
• The Program Manager will support other Project and Program Managers when applicable.
• Monitor project cost, scope, and schedule to ensure it remains on-track.
• Challenge existing ways of working and continuously seek ways to do things better in order to drive greater efficiencies within Program Management.
• Analyze financial forecasts for assigned projects and portfolio using project management software (Primavera P6) for optimal work plan delivery.
• Identify risks to project delivery including major permit issues or restrictions, logistical problems, cost constraints or contractual problems and recommend appropriate action.
• Review and prepare as necessary, all required documents and reports relating to assigned project activities including sanctioning and close-out.
• Produce detailed project schedules to support workplan development.
• Act as first point of contact for DOT regional utility engineers, County, City, Town & NYS Thruway Authority.
• Read and interpret project drawings and review for impact to National Grid facilities.
• Act as liaison between DOT and National Grid Design & Operations throughout all phases of project. Ensure proper coordination and communication to meet DOT’s schedule.

 

Supervisory/Interpersonal- Experience Required

 

• Demonstrate a high level of personal initiative, integrity, and ability to interact with company personnel, contractors, regulatory representatives, and town/city officials in a positive collaborative manner.

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or analytical discipline.
• Experience of fact-finding including knowledge and understanding of where to find and how to present relevant information using critical analysis.
• Working knowledge and experience in program/project management principles, budgeting, forecasting, along with scheduling tools and techniques.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6.
• Proficient in relevant software e.g. Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Power Plan, SAP.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and issues simultaneously.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license required with a safe driving history that meets National Grid’s safe driver policy.

 

More Information

Salary

$97,000 - $114,000 a year

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 an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise.  We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve.  National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.