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About us Superpowered. Meaningful work. Human impact. A story we’re proud to tell. This is what matters to us at National Grid. In a world of complexity and unanswered questions, there is one thing we’re certain about: the power of our people. Join us in our goal to deliver 100% fossil-free heat to our customers by 2050! National Grid is hiring a Principal Project Manager for our New England Electric Major Projects team. This position will report to the Project Director within the Project Management & Construction organization in Waltham, MA. This is a hybrid position. Must live within a commutable distance to our locations. Job Purpose The New England Electric Major Projects team drives project management for major electric capital construction project investments, leading the clean energy transformation and significant portfolio growth. Projects include multi-year complex, large-scale Transmission-Line, Distribution-Line and Substation construction projects along with similarly complex project types as part the Electric Sector Modernization Plan (ESMP) and High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) construction. The dedicated Principal Project Manager will oversee and drive major electric capital construction projects, ensuring safe delivery within budget, schedule and scope. Key Accountabilities Drive best-in-class strategic, critical, and complex electric capital construction projects ensuring safe delivery, within budget, schedule and scope taking proactive measures to mitigate risks and optimize project efficiency. Own decisions in risk management including calculated risks and outcomes. Drive project compliance with internal business management system (BMS) for major projects. Direct siting, permitting, regulatory approvals including intricate cost recovery mechanisms, and customer/community commitments. Drive early identification and cross-functional leadership to mitigate emerging issues and drive actionable solutions. Lead project strategy and update presentations to senior leaders including steering committees. Drive continuous improvement of project management processes, methodologies, and tools. Mentor junior project managers. Provide emergency storm restoration support during weather events. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or other relevant fields, coupled with significant experience in project management, engineering, contracts, construction, and operations. MBA, Master's degree in engineering, or equivalent qualification preferred. 10+ years of experience within the electric utility sector in one or more of the following areas: project management, engineering, contracts, construction or operations. PMP / CAPM certification, PE license or other relevant certification preferred. 10+ years of detailed project financial forecasting and reporting. 10+ years of managing, coaching teams and developing employees. 10+ years of experience presenting to executives. Primavera P6, Procore and PowerPlan experience. Microsoft Office, Power BI, SharePoint, Power Point, Excel, Word and MS Teams experience. Valid drivers license. More Information Salary - $157,000 - $185,000 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Society for Black Engineers

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