Assistant Project Manager Graduate - Major Programmes Control Systems Hatton

Company:
National Gas

Location:

Hatton, GB, LN8 5QE

National Gas is responsible for operating and maintaining Britain's national gas transmission network, helping to keep the lights on, businesses running and homes warm.

We manage the critical infrastructure that safely and reliably transport gas across Great Britain, supporting the energy security that millions of people depend on every day.

While delivering for Britain today, we're also preparing for tomorrow. Through innovation, investment and the development of future energy infrastructure, we're helping to create a cleaner and more sustainable energy system for generations to come.

As a graduate, you'll be given meaningful responsibility from the start, supported to develop professionally, and empowered to contribute to projects that have a real impact on the nation's energy future. Whether you're solving complex challenges, driving innovation or delivering essential services, you'll play an important role in an organisation with genuine purpose.

Join us and help shape the future of energy.

Join our Major Programmes team and play a part in delivering projects that support the safe and reliable operation of Britain's gas transmission network. As an Assistant Project Manager Graduate, you'll gain hands‑on experience working on the Control Systems Replacement Programme, helping to deliver major infrastructure projects that are critical to the future of National Gas.

Your initial placement will support the Hatton Project near Lincoln, where you'll work alongside experienced project managers, engineers, contractors and operational teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to see how large projects are developed and delivered, while building the skills and experience needed for a future career in project management.

Day‑to‑day, you could be:

• • Supporting project planning and coordination activities.
• • Helping organise project meetings and track actions.
• • Monitoring project progress and preparing updates for stakeholders.
• • Supporting risk, budget and schedule tracking activities.
• • Working with project teams, contractors and operational colleagues to help keep projects on track.
• • Visiting project sites to gain first‑hand experience of how infrastructure projects are delivered.

Throughout the programme, you'll gain exposure to the full project lifecycle, from early planning and design through to delivery and completion. You'll develop valuable project management, communication and problem‑solving skills while building an understanding of how major infrastructure projects are delivered in a complex operational environment.

We're looking for someone who is curious, proactive and excited to build a career in project management. You won't be expected to know everything from day one, but you should enjoy solving problems, working with people and learning from new experiences.

You’ll be someone who:

• • Enjoys organising activities and helping things run smoothly.
• • Has strong communication skills and enjoys working with others.
• • Is comfortable managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• • Takes ownership of their work and follows through on commitments.
• • Has a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• • Is adaptable and enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment.

A standout candidate will have a genuine interest in project delivery and major infrastructure projects. They'll be organised, eager to learn and comfortable building relationships with a wide range of people. They'll also be excited by the opportunity to spend time working on‑site and developing the skills needed to become a future Assistant Project Manager

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