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National Grid is hiring a Project Manager for our Gas Capital Project Delivery Department in Syracuse, 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

To provide leadership and clear direction to project teams. Responsible for the delivery, management, and governance of assigned projects in accordance with the National Grid project management processes defined by scope, schedule, and quality.

Key Accountabilities

Manage gas distribution and transmission pipeline, regulator station, and other related asset projects, including new facilities, major additions, replacements, and retrofit projects.

Manage all aspects of assigned projects including:

• Communications and team leadership.
• Deliver approved scope, cost estimates, schedules, and resource plans.
• Control of project scope, cost, quality, and schedule parameters/risk management.
• Compliance with environmental, safety, and National Grid standards and policies.
• Adherence with all project permits.
• Project closure activities.
• Weekly and monthly project reporting.
• Project forecasting.
• Assuring project savings.

Promote a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and efficient resource utilization both throughout a network delivery organization. Supporting groups within this organization include Engineering, Operations, Asset Management, Environmental, Resource Coordination, and others.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience with project management.
• Bachelor's degree (Master’s degree desirable), preferably in management discipline and/or significant relevant engineering, environmental and construction experience in all aspects of utility construction operations or 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Certified Project Management Professional preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Experience with successful delivery of complex projects and possess team leadership skills.
• Strong influencing and negotiating skills.
• Valid driver's license with safe driving history required.

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