Technical Project Manager - Electricity Network Voltage Management

London (with hybrid working)

We are looking for an Engineer who understands the electricity distribution networks, who is confident and has strong Project Management, organisational and people management skills that can support engagement with stakeholders.

Energy Networks Association (ENA) is the voice of the energy networks industry, representing UK and Irish companies responsible for safely and reliably delivering energy to homes and businesses. As a not-for-profit organisation, we bring together experts across a range of areas, including safety, innovation, policy and engineering, enabling collaboration and the sharing of best practices. As the energy industry evolves to meet the challenges of decarbonisation and Net Zero targets, ENA's work is more important than ever.

We are now looking for a Technical Project Manager to join our Engineering and Resilience team on a full-time basis for a fixed-term contract of 12 months.

• Salary of £40,000 - £60,000 per annum, dependent on experience
• At least 28 days' holiday plus public holidays, an additional day during Christmas closure and a day off on your birthday
• Group Personal Pension Scheme (salary exchange)
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Annual Bupa Medical Assessment
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted gym membership
• Interest-free season ticket or bike loan
• Eye test expenses
• Complimentary fruit, tea and coffee in the office
• Early finish on Fridays

This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically minded professional from an energy or utilities background with an understanding of voltage management to join our influential industry association.

Alongside exceptional challenges and changes to make a positive impact on the energy sector, you’ll be enabled to further develop your skills and expertise and enhance your professional network.

What’s more, you’ll discover a superb range of perks and benefits to support your lifestyle and ensure you achieve that important work/life balance.

As our Technical Project Manager, you will support the development and delivery of our whole-system voltage management strategy and programme.

Working with ENA member companies and NESO, you’ll strengthen communication and collaboration across Distribution Network Operators, Transmission Operators and NESO. A key focus will be developing the implementation plan for monitoring and mitigation associated with operating the LV network at voltages down to 207V.

You’ll also support the development and delivery of national industry guidance on statutory and whole-system voltage management. Engaging with government on its statutory consultation, you will help to progress strategic priorities through effective industry collaboration.

Additionally, you will:

• Co-ordinate and contribute to industry meetings
• Support the Network Development Steering Group
• Help to deliver Network Engineering and Operations Committee strategic priorities

To be considered as our Technical Project Manager, you will need:

• A background in, or strong understanding of, the energy or utilities sector
• An understanding of voltage management criticalities and supporting standards
• Experience building positive and productive relationships with technical and diverse stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to deliver expected outcomes on time and to standard
• Strong people management skills to maximise stakeholder engagement and collaboration
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft papers, reports and industry responses
• A collaborative approach to developing relationships with colleagues and members
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word,…