Lead Project Manager, Electricity Capital Project Delivery

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National Grid is hiring a Lead Project Manager for our NE Distribution Line Program Management department in Northborough, MA.

We manage a non-complex portfolio of projects for the Electric Distribution jurisdiction. We maintain accurate forecasts and resourced schedules in our portfolios, and ensure the overall capital budget is adhered to across all branches of operations, while enabling the execution of projects within your portfolio.

• Manage a non-complex portfolio of projects from project inception through construction and closeout while implementing resource strategies to meet regulatory, budgetary, and jurisdictional goals for New England Distribution portfolio.
• Identify issues early in the lifecycle of each project and effectively troubleshoot the issues encountered (e.g. procurement/construction field issues) to ensure deadlines are met.
• Develop project schedules and perform accurate monthly schedule updates in Primavera P6 Professional (P6) for projects based on negotiated dates with project team contributors to meet customer in service dates.
• Keep internal and external departments informed of project requirements and schedules using appropriate communication methods (i.e. project team meetings).
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior Project Managers, fostering their professional growth and development. Share expertise, best practices, and lessons learned to enhance their project management skills and ensure a strong talent pipeline within the organization.
• Track, report, and forecast project financials and milestones each month.

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of related project management experience preferred.
• Strong communication, negotiation, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgement to independently solve problems and resolve conflicts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with project management software including Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 preferred
• Analytical skills with competencies to transfer data between software systems, and ability to understand complex business reports in project management systems and other software tools
• Ability to travel within the service territory is required.
• Valid driver's license required.