This programme has been designed to support people who have had a career break or are trying to transfer their skills in to a new sector or one they used to work in. We know that any gap in work experience or a move away from a sector or skill set makes it very hard to return or join through standard recruitment channels.

The roles in this programme tend to run on a 12 week placement with a view to securing a permanent role at the end of that period. Although it’s not guaranteed, 96% of our candidates who join the programme go on to secure permanent roles with their host organisation.

As a candidate working with STEM Returners you have access to free CV writing and Interview coaching and if you are successful in securing the role you’ll get access to coaching and mentoring programme to help you thrive in the role.

If you meet the criteria for this role but are unsure if you are eligible for the programme, we encourage you to make an application.

Job Purpose

The Strategic Infrastructure (SI) business unit has been established to deliver National Grid’s new transmission projects in the UK and we will install over 3000km of HVDC submarine cable within the next decade which will provide National Grid with the largest offshore HVDC cable network in Europe. To do this we need to build a world-class organisation, and we are looking for talented and skilled people to deliver this big work.
The Assistant PM will work in the central engineering department and shall be responsible for assisting the Marine Project Manager in managing the ongoing crossings tasks, and technical work-packages on behalf of the marine operations function, as well as other activities in support of our engagement with third party asset owners.

Key Accountabilities

• Main activity shall be in managing the database of crossed assets and crossings for the various projects. This will require excellent organisations skills, attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively with various levels of stakeholders. Management of data in MS Excel and Power BI are central to the task, as timely delivery of the crossings portfolio is a key activity for the projects. The coordinator will schedule and attend third party asset owner meetings both in person and remotely, and will be required to manage the tracking of progress towards securing crossing agreements.
• The person will be responsible for the administration of a suite of framework services contracts that shall be utilised to provide a centralised call-off service for our projects under the direction of the Marine PM – supporting the process to scope, place and manage the contracts once signed.
• Responsible for assuring National Grid’s standards and business processes are adhered to for third party crossing agreements. Passing the proposals for crossing procedures between the project teams and third parties, and recording and tracking progress.
• The coordinator will also support other project activities as may be agreed with the Marine PM including the Ops and Maintenance strategy formation, attending meetings with potential suppliers, interfacing with commercial and procurement functions, and tracking progress.

Knowledge, Experience and Technical Know How

Interpersonal, Supervisory or Management

• You must have respect for all people and be capable of creating and maintaining an inclusive culture for everyone around you.
• You shall have effective communication skills with excellent organisational and time management skills.

Technical or Specialist

• The candidate must be flexible and organised – excellent IT skills in terms of data management, and efficient use of AI tools to manage the various flows of information and record in the appropriate systems, for both reporting and tracking. MS Excel proficiency is a must. Project management and planning tools experience would be helpful.
• Basic PM skills would be an advantage with perhaps a desire to progress on the APM pathway
• Some legal knowledge or experience with contracts/ terms and conditions would be an advantage but not essential
• Some knowledge of subsea/ marine industry would be an advantage but not essential

Financial Control

• A basic understanding of commercial principles would be desirable but not essential

Qualifications

• APM Project Fundamentals or similar PM development pathway
• Degree level or equivalent experience in technical or commercial discipline

Business Skills

• Good communicators, presenting and gathering data, time management.

Location:

Remote with some travel

If you wish to speak to one of our Returner Specialists about this role in more detail, please call us on 01329 623 246 (option 1)