Head of Energy Infrastructure Projects
£85,000-£95,000+ Bonus & Benefits Across Yorkshire and Tyne and Wear
The Role
Are you an experienced leader in infrastructure delivery, with a track record of driving major capital projects? Do you have the vision and operational knowledge to shape the future of energy networks in the UK? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.
We are looking for a senior leader to head up our Major Projects team at Northern Powergrid. This role is your opportunity to take charge of delivering our most significant infrastructure investmentspowering 3.9 million homes and businesses across the Northeast, Yorkshire, and northern Lincolnshire.
You will lead a high-performing function delivering a £150 million annual programme of complex capital projects. From strategic grid reinforcements to substation upgrades, you will ensure our network is ready for a net zero future.
If you're ready to take the lead on projects that matter, wed love to hear from you. Apply now to make your mark on the future of energy.
Closing date: 16 June 2025
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership: Provide visible, accountable leadership of the Major Projects function, ensuring all activity is aligned with business plan commitments and operational priorities.
Portfolio Delivery: Drive the end-to-end delivery of all major project activity, embedding consistent governance and control to ensure performance is achieved across time, cost, and quality.
Pipeline & Planning: Maintain a forward-looking, executable pipeline of work supported by robust project scoping and contracting strategies that enable delivery confidence and value for money.
Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the senior representative for Northern Powergrid Major Projects
building influential, productive relationships with key external stakeholders, customers, contractors, and regulatory partners.
Organisational Capability: Shape the future of the Major Projects function through strategic workforce planning, capability development, and succession management.
Transformation & Improvement: Lead the transition to a new Target Operating Model, embedding continuous improvement and modern delivery practices that enhance safety, efficiency, and resilience.
Commercial Accountability: Ensure major contracts and partner relationships are managed to maximise value, control risk, and drive sustainable performance over the long term.
The Company
At Northern Powergrid, we power 3.9 million homes and businesses across the North East, Yorkshire, and northern Lincolnshire. Our Power of 10 approach ensures we work as one team, solving challenges and delivering results for our customers
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The Benefits
Bonus of up to 20%
Enrolment into our double-matched pension scheme
25 days holiday (rising with service)
Car allowance/company car scheme
Payment of professional fees
Excellent opportunities for career growth
Medical and dental cover
The Person
HNC qualification or above in a STEM discipline
Demonstrated experience leading large-scale infrastructure projects or portfolios
Be a confident, hands-on leader of capital delivery
as comfortable in the boardroom as you are on-site
with a proven ability to lead complex portfolios in regulated, customer-focused environments.
You will bring the credibility, presence and commercial edge to influence senior stakeholders and the operational discipline to consistently deliver high-impact results.
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