Senior Project Manager (Technical, Energy network)
Location(s): Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB; London, GB; Glasgow, GB; York, GB; Altrincham, GB
Contract Type: Permanent
Work Pattern: Full Time
Market: Energy
Job Ref: 6273
About the role:
Do you want to work for a company whose purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes, and to transform businesses, communities, and opportunities for its employees? Mott MacDonald is a global consultancy whose people do exactly that. Today, the realities of our world are transforming the energy sector at an unprecedented rate. The challenges of decarbonisation, energy security, climate change, and digitalisation are continually shaping projects and how they are delivered. To do all of this, we need ambitious, like-minded individuals to join us and make a difference in the global response to climate change and provide the foundations for positive social and economic development. The Energy Systems team within our Energy unit is looking for Project Managers to lead our energy infrastructure design and energy advisory projects in a growing portfolio, supporting our clients in the transition to decarbonisation in the UK and across Europe as part of the energy transition. This position will play an active role in improving our project management processes and approach, driving both delivery excellence and efficiency in our business.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Delivering project scope to time, quality, and cost
* Building and managing strong relationships with senior client representatives as well as internal stakeholders
* Establishing effective communications across our multidisciplinary project delivery teams
* Taking the lead on problem solving and decision making
* Controlling internal and external commercial aspects of the project under the contract arrangements
* Managing risk to the business and to the client
* Working effectively on several projects concurrently to deliver to tight deadlines
It is expected that you will be able to demonstrate the following:
* Proven success in the delivery of projects working for a consultancy, designer, contractor, or major industry client within the energy sector
* Experience in contract administration
* Knowledge and experience in approaches to change management, risk management, schedule and cost management, along with all other aspects of project management
* Ability to make complex decisions, ensuring policies and procedures are adhered to, accepting responsibility for own actions
* Creates a work environment which promotes health, safety, and wellbeing
* Relevant engineering or management degree or relevant successful experience in project management of energy sector projects
* Previous experience in electrical infrastructure projects e.g. Owner’s Engineer, Lender’s Engineer, or other role
* Appreciation of commercial aspects of project work including contract terms
* Ability to adapt and work on multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
* Collaborative skills: the job of Project Manager requires that they work with cross-functional teams, so it is vital that they can work with people from various backgrounds
Preferred but not essential:
* Experience within the Energy infrastructure design sector
* Experience across all stages of the project lifecycle
Equality, diversity, and inclusion
We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.
Accessibility
We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can support you.
We offer some fantastic benefits including:
* Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues
* Health cash plan to support you with everyday health costs and treatments
* A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family
* A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme
* Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave
Apply now, or for more information about our application process, click here.
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