Project Delivery Co-Ordinator

Opportunities are available for Project Delivery Co‑Ordinators based at our depot in Hinckley. Reporting to the Field Operations Manager, you will support the team with project managing small LV (low voltage) projects on the electricity distribution network. Some of these projects could include delivering HV cable lay/civil activities, LV mains, asset replacement, connections or reinforcement.

You will work closely with other Field Operations teams to support the business with work volumes.

Candidates are required to hold a qualification at Level 2 in Electrical/Civil Engineering, Engineering Project Management, or equivalent qualification.

Evidence of your qualifications will be required prior to appointment.

* Depending on experience, you may initially be appointed at a lower salary until all relevant courses and training are complete.

• Project manage the delivery of work and LV projects in accordance with Engineering Directives
• Project manage the delivery of work and HV cable lay & civils in accordance with Engineering Directives
• Obtain NRSWA notices and materials
• Issue planned shutdown notices, make appointments with customers.
• Issue Work Instructions to contractors
• Determine what will be done in the short term (immediate to one month) within known constraints.
• Prepare plans, schematics, instruct wayleaves, notices, materials schedules, terms, quotations and agreements for all projects and work instructions.
• Alter own short-term programme to meet change in circumstance, within constraints.
• Advise customers affected of the impact of own activities and projects.
• Resolve customer complaints, wherever possible directly.
• Assess site risks, and take action to remove or avoid those risks.
• Review contractor method statements and risk assessments for tasks delivered by contractors
• Liaise with customers, 3rd parties & contractors

Ideally you will have knowledge of what a distribution network operator (DNO) does including a general appreciation of low and high voltage networks. Additional knowledge of National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) assets and work is beneficial; however, consideration will be given to someone with the capability to build this knowledge quickly.

We are looking for a great communicator, who is well organised and has the ability to plan and think ahead. It is vital that you can build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.

The successful candidate should have a good understanding of H & S legislation, ESQCR & Electricity at Work Regulations.

• Experience of installing pipes or cables in the highway and dealing with local authorities

Travel is required for this role and you should therefore hold a full and valid UK/EU driving licence.

We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses.

National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues – who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast-moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.