Job Purpose
To project manage a portfolio of UKPN Services projects. Although the role will be based in Chatham, Kent, the projects could be across various locations including the UK Power Network Services footprint. Ensuring successful pre and post contract management of all projects on time, budget and safely to exceed the customer expectations. To complete project management efficiently through the full life cycle of the project from initial enquiry through to post investment appraisal in line with the UK Power Networks Services governance and control process.
Principal Accountabilities
Must be committed to the General Safety Policy statement, and the Stay Safe program, must be aware of their contribution, including the requirement to monitor safety performance and compliance with the systems established to assist in maintaining high safety standards in project delivery.
Accurate forecasting and reporting meeting all key programme milestones of projects and interface between Client and UKPN Services teams, our sub-contractors and suppliers.
Manage all allocated projects throughout their lifecycle from enquiry, through award, on to completion and handover in line with project processes on time and to budget.
Effectively manage workload. Take full responsibility and ownership of the success and quality of projects, provide support to less senior project managers.
Contract management in line with bespoke contracts (knowledge of NEC3 or equivalent would be desirable).
Strong understanding of CDM regulations.
Production of weekly/monthly reports, as required for review/meetings. Ensuring monthly applications are progressed and labour utilised efficiently, safely and works carried out to a high standard.
Key Competencies
Programme management of a portfolio of projects to a high level of safety and quality
To manage client project requirements and exceed in client delivery expectations
Manage all projects throughout their lifecycle from enquiry, through tender/quotation and on to completion in line with project processes
Liaison with all disciplines within the UKPN Services team to ensure a consistent and appropriate strategy to deliver a successful project and exceed client expectation
Manage the financial control of projects, ensuring the timely delivery of planned works and profit margins
Ensure design and construction compliance in accordance with CDM regulation and to quality standards
Management of NRSWA / street works contractors
Effectively manage workload. Take full responsibility and ownership of the success and quality of projects
A can do and customer friendly attitude is important
Professional reporting and presentation to UK Power Networks Services senior management
An understanding of the HV and LV networks (11kV to 132KV) and civils groundworks would be advantageous;
Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience
* Understanding of NRSWA / Street Works (essential)
* Electrical Engineering (to HNC or similar) is the preferred requirement however, applications from candidates with a lesser qualification and a strong record of accomplishment in the installation of electrical distribution infrastructures (construction) would be welcomed.
* PRINCE2 or APM (PMQ) (essential)
* A good understanding and use of Microsoft Office packages Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project. (essential)
* Experience of Primavera planning package (desirable)
* Previous experience on TFL or Network Rail projects (desirable)
NEBOSH Certificate in construction. (desirable)
IOSH Putting People to works (desirable)
Applicants must be able to achieve any project related Security Clearance. (essential)
Full UK driving licence (essential)
Personal Characteristics
Work as a Team Player in a dedicated team of project managers and support staff
Able to prioritise and manage multiple projects at the same time
Strong interpersonal skills
* Willing to challenge and be different rather than accepting the status quo