National Grid · 20 hours ago
Lead Project Manager, Electricity Capital Project Delivery
Syracuse, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$127K/yr - $149K/yr
7+ years expNational Grid is hiring a Lead Project Manager for their NY Electric Project Development & Controls department. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders to manage critical customer-driven electric infrastructure projects, ensuring adherence to project delivery processes, and optimizing design and development for cost-effective outcomes.
DeliveryEnergyOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Assemble cross functional project team to establish development and design requirements, milestones and affordability ceilings while driving adherence of the frameworks, policies, procedures, controls and reporting necessary to drive an efficient and effective approach to project development that optimizes the success of complex capital project delivery
Ensure critical customer driven and major infrastructure development electric complex projects adhere to the Capital Delivery process for the timely creation and approval of the Project Execution Plan which includes preliminary engineering, baseline schedule, detailed cost estimate, risk profile and resource strategy
Facilitate critical customer driven complex projects to ensure that they continue to be appropriately assessed, developed, planned, resourced and scheduled in a timely and cost-effective manner in order to ensure best value for National Grid
Inspire and deliver new ways of working collaboratively within the business; driving efficiency and performance excellence as well as matrix working with and through functions and processes to ensure maximum value and achievement of long term challenges
Review project reports and performance metrics in order to monitor progress according to plan, guide the resolution of any major issues and provide timely updates to senior management
Facilitate and encourage the introduction of new technologies and innovative solutions to improve the delivery of critical customer and major complex capital projects safely, on time, and in accordance with regulations, policies and procedures
Work closely with SHE to identify and respond appropriately to any potential hazards, incidents or circumstances that impact the safety, well-being and working environment of any complex construction projects within own jurisdiction
Ensure quality of deliverables meets stakeholder requirements. Establish relationships with stakeholders to encourage iterative feedback to ensure deliverables meet expectations during appropriate milestones in the project
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience in utility operations, engineering, project management, construction OR equivalent relevant experience
A Bachelor's degree required in an engineering or project management related discipline and/or significant relevant project management, engineering and/or construction experience
Considerable proven experience in direct project development and design including milestone management, resourcing, affordability, risk management, reporting and possess team leadership and influencing skills
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
Knowledge of electrical system operations, engineering, environmental, engineering economics, and familiarity with legal, purchasing, and utility accounting regulations
Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects under budget and time constraints. Bottom-line oriented, budget conscious, metric/measurement driven
Ability to create a high energy team climate whereby team members can discuss relevant issues freely and where there is a strong emphasis on continuous improvement
Strong skills in: electrical engineering design, project management, stakeholder engagement, presentation, construction management, interpersonal, oral & written communication, critical analysis and capable of leading and influencing teams, and gaining support and commitment from a wider operational group
Valid driver's license required
Preferred
Master's degree in engineering discipline, MBA or relevant equivalent preferred
Preference given to candidates with a Professional Engineer's license and/or Certified Project Management Professional
Company
National Grid
National Grid facilitates electricity and gas transmission system and focuses on delivering clean energy.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.01BKey Investors
NYSERDASEKStrategic Innovation Fund
2025-08-21Grant· $2M
2025-07-08Post Ipo Debt· $937.85M
2024-09-11Grant· $19.95M
Leadership Team
Zoë Yujnovich
Chief Executive Officer
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