Senior Project Manager

Job Title: Senior Project Manager Location: Birmingham / Hybrid Contract Type: 12 months contract As the Senior Project Manager (Delivery), you will oversee the delivery programme for the Grimsby to Walpole (GWNC) project, managing interfaces between GGP Partners and the internal project services team. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring the project is delivered safely, on time, and within budget while navigating the complexities of a high-risk environment. Key Responsibilities: Act as an ambassador for the GGP charter, holding partners and NG peers accountable. Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned work package(s). Deliver project scope accurately and safely, maintaining a focus on quality. Coordinate and manage schedule integration across all parties involved. Lead weekly interface and coordination meetings. Provide insightful reports to the Delivery Director and escalate issues as necessary. Share best practises to enhance project performance. Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Review partner performance and provide constructive feedback. Inspire and develop a high-performing team among partners and NG staff. Key Accountabilities: This role requires a proactive approach to managing a high-stakes electricity transmission project with tight delivery timelines and critical system dependencies. Effective communication and change management are essential to navigate the challenges and deliver exceptional results. Knowledge, Experience, and Technical Know-How: A degree in a relevant discipline or a minimum of ten years' experience in major infrastructure planning and delivery. Extensive experience leading large-scale infrastructure projects with budget accountability of at least £200M. Proven track record in managing complex programmes, fostering innovative operations, and driving efficiency. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead and influence large teams. Experience in customer management and relationship building with partner organisations. Demonstrated expertise in driving commercial value through contracts and managing complex arrangements. Familiarity with procurement and regulatory frameworks within the utilities sector is highly advantageous. Financial Control Experience Required: Expertise in reviewing supplier cost reports and forecasting against programmes. Proficiency in budget and estimate reviewing for major work packages. What's in it for You? This role offers the chance to work within a trusting, highly collaborative, and safe environment. The organisation fosters a positive and inclusive culture, aiming to be one of the most diverse and equitable companies of the 21st century. Travel within the UK will be required, providing opportunities to engage with various stakeholders and partners. If you are passionate about making a difference in the energy sector and ready to take on more responsibility in a role that promises excitement and challenges, this is the opportunity for you. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply now and become part of a transformative journey towards a sustainable future! We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.