Senior Planner, Portfolio Planning, CMS

National Grid • Waltham, MA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

National Grid is hiring a Sr. Portfolio Planner for their Gas CMS Resource Coordination department. This role involves managing and coordinating multiple field location work plans and activities to ensure regulatory compliance, budget adherence, work performance, productivity, and customer expectations are met. The planner will schedule, execute, and model program work plans as prescribed by Resource Planning to support the delivery of Capex and OpEx work plans.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience.
• Proficient in relevant software e.g. Maximo, SAP, CRIS, Excel.
• Knowledge of natural gas system operations.
• Experience of managing project teams and projects independently.
• Must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Manage, balance, and coordinate external and internal resources to optimize short and long-term workplan objectives in the operating yard in coordination with Field Operations.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, driving efficiency in scheduling to ensure timely delivery of projects.
• Promote and implement procedural best practices to execute the annual Capex and Opex plans and ensure they are compliant with National Grid policies and regulatory mandates and/or laws.
• Provide technical guidance, support and coaching to others to share knowledge and develop technical understanding within discipline.
• Report and monitor monthly resource levels and workplan forecasting to Resource Planning.
• Play a key role in preparing and assisting the gas organization’s transition into new systems while ensuring delivery of all mandates.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class.
• Affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
• A workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.
• A culture of respect for all.

What This Job Offers

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