Lead Project Manager, NE Electric Complex Project Management

National Grid • Waltham, MA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

National Grid is hiring a Lead Project Manager for its NE Electric Complex Project Management department. In this hybrid role, the successful candidate will lead complex capital projects from development through construction, sharing accountability for timely delivery of infrastructure that supports a sustainable energy future. The role works with a collaborative, growing project management team and coordinates with customers, stakeholders, contractors, regulators, and local officials.

The Lead Project Manager oversees capital delivery activities, including development and finalization of master service agreements and construction contracts, preliminary engineering, baseline schedules, detailed cost estimates, risk profiles, and resource strategies. The role manages project finances and schedules, supports permitting and regulatory compliance, communicates project progress and risks, mentors junior project managers, and improves project management processes and tools.

The position offers a flexible hybrid working model with opportunities to work in office, at home, and in the field. Salary is $148,000–$173,000 per year. National Grid will not provide visa sponsorship now or in the future; candidates must be able to work without current or future visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of experience in engineering, project management, utility construction, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated personal initiative, integrity, and effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work without current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline is strongly preferred; candidates with degrees in other relevant fields and significant experience in project management, engineering, construction, and operations will also be considered.
• Master’s degree in an engineering discipline, MBA, or equivalent qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance with the Capital Delivery process, including development and finalization of master service agreements and construction contracts.
• Manage preliminary engineering, baseline schedules, detailed cost estimates, risk profiles, and resource strategies.
• Manage project finances and schedules to meet budget and timeline commitments; identify deviations and take measures to mitigate risks and improve efficiency.
• Work with customers to understand requirements, expectations, and feedback, and support customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate permitting with relevant authorities and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and requirements; address permitting challenges and delays.
• Maintain communication with stakeholders through regular reporting on project progress, risks, and milestones, and respond to inquiries and concerns.
• Mentor and guide junior Project Managers, sharing expertise, best practices, and lessons learned.
• Assess and improve project management processes, methodologies, and tools to support efficiency, effectiveness, and quality.
• Build positive, collaborative relationships with company personnel, contractors, regulatory representatives, and town and city officials.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid working model with opportunities to balance office, home, and field-based work.
• Career path with advancement opportunities within and across bands.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior