Northern Powergrid
Project Coordinator
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Project Coordinator
Req Number: 100207
Location: Newcastle
Directorate: Economics, Performance & Planning
Want to play a key role in delivering a smarter, more resilient energy future?
The energy industry is evolving rapidly, with increased investment in smart technology and innovation. Northern Powergrid, responsible for powering everyday life for 8 million customers across 3.9 million homes and businesses in the North East, Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire, is at the forefront of delivering a power network that meets regional needs now and in the future.
We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Project Coordinator to support the Economic Analysis, Performance and Planning team. In this role, you will be responsible for organising meetings and orchestrating plan deliverables, working closely with senior programme leads and stakeholders across the business to coordinate and develop a single, cohesive company-wide plan.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a structured PMO environment, enjoys collaborating across teams, and wants to make a meaningful contribution in a purpose-led organisation.
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Benefits
- Competitive salary of £30,000 – £40,000
- Enrolment into our pension scheme
- 25 days holiday (rising with service) plus bank holidays
- Annual bonus of up to 10%
- Excellent opportunities for career development and progression
Key Responsibilities
- Organise and orchestrate meetings to enable smooth programme delivery
- Oversee delivery of plan deliverables, setting clear deadlines and monitoring quality
- Develop and manage a central reference and resources library (templates, trackers, guidance and standards)
- Manage interactions with external agencies for document design and production
- Own and maintain the programme control actions log, proactively following up on outstanding actions
- Produce and publish regular, clear and timely programme communications
- Operate an effective managed environment for programme control by establishing and upholding consistent working standards
- Provide broader project and PMO support to the Economic Analysis, Performance and Planning team as required
Skills and Main Competencies
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to adapt to changes in programme plans and priorities
- Experience working within programme or project management environments, including governance and reporting
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and stakeholders
- A genuine interest in, or passion for, the energy sector
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Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- Experience supporting programme or project delivery
- Ability to proactively prioritise, plan and deliver outputs
- Advanced Excel and MS Office skills, with the ability to analyse data, create reports and present insights effectively
Desirable
- Understanding of UK energy regulation, price reviews and regulatory frameworks
- Experience preparing or evaluating business plans within regulated environments
- Degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience)
- Previous experience working with, or alongside, a Distribution Network Operator
Northern Powergrid is committed to equality of opportunity. Applicants will be considered based on their suitability for the role irrespective of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, race, age or disability, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
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