Commissioning Manager

About the role

Help shape the future of energy. 

Tackling climate change is the biggest challenge facing our generation and the transition to clean energy is critical to help us achieve the goal of reaching net zero by 2050. As National Grid is responsible for delivering energy to millions of homes and businesses in the UK, we have a big part to play in this. 

Our Strategic Infrastructure (SI) business unit has been established to deliver 17 new major projects in the UK, as well as other strategic projects, to help achieve the UK Government’s ambition of connecting 50GW of offshore wind by 2030.

That's why we're seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to join our SI Offshore engineering team, leading and coordinating commissioning activities across various HVDC infrastructure projects being delivered under the Accelerated Strategic Transmission Investment (ASTI) framework.

The role involves managing the commissioning process, commissioning engineers, ensuring compliance with industry and company standards, and delivering operationally ready assets.

You'll be a thought leader, shaping commissioning process and strategy required to deliver our growing portfolio of projects. You'll have the opportunity to work with critical JV partners, contractors and suppliers, as well as our various internal stakeholders. 

In this role you can enjoy our hybrid working from office and home. You'll be flexible to regular travel throughout England and Scotland, depending on the project.

Key accountabilities

• Act as a subject matter expert on the management of commissioning process, setting a consistent high standard across the portfolio.
• Ensure that delivery risk for ASTI projects is minimised through having a clear and widespread understanding of inter-project dependencies and sequences, fully reflected in programmes.
• Manage risks which pertain to deliverability or may manifest during the commissioning programme.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in the commissioning process and implement changes to optimise efficiency and effectiveness.
• Contribute to the development of commissioning plans, including timelines, resources, and testing procedures. 
• Inspire and influence both internal and external stakeholders to realise excellent outcomes. 

About you

• Significant demonstrable experience in a commissioning / construction role, balancing quality, safety, cost and delivery.
• Strong understanding of High Voltage Electricity Construction, managing safety associated with HV System change.
• Proven experience in commissioning HVDC, FACTS or Cable projects.
• Experience working with contractors or transmission utility companies.
• Experience of OPEX and CAPEX cost management.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Comfortable working in a matrix organisation with multiple stakeholders to facilitate cross functional teams which operate collaboratively and innovatively.
• Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree) in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• NEBOSH, CSCS, SMSTS or equivalent safety certification / qualification.
• Chartership or equivalent membership of a relevant professional body.

What you'll get

A competitive salary between £66,000 – £85,000 – dependent on capability. 

As well as your base salary, you will receive a job requirement car, a bonus of up to 30% of your salary for stretch performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

About us

National Grid Strategic Infrastructure is a Business Unit created to propel our grid forward to deliver in 5 years, what has been achieved in the previous 30. By 2030 we aim to have 17 new major infrastructure projects live across England, Scotland and Wales. 

Here at National Grid, we connect homes and businesses to power, making sure supply and demand match each other. We make sure the lights are on in schools, operating theatres, and sporting arenas; we’re thousands of people working on behalf of millions of people. 

Our investment in Strategic Infrastructure via The Great Grid Upgrade will mean more home-grown power, greater energy security and a cleaner future. 

Whatever your role, wherever you work with us, you’ll help us hit stretching targets and achieve our far-reaching goal: to secure, clean energy that supports our world far into the future. Here, you will be at the heart of energy.

More information

This role closes on 21 July 2025 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary. Interviews to be held 6, 7, 8 August.

At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

Our goal is to drive, develop and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation from diverse teams & perspectives and business need. We are committed to building a workforce so we can represent the communities we serve and have a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

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