Trainee Project Supervisor - Construction Development Programme (CDP)

National Grid

The Role

Overview

Site-based trainee supervisor ensuring safety, quality, and schedule on construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • risk review
  • construction oversight
  • site inspection
  • site visits
  • access coordination
  • safety monitoring

Tasks

-Review risk assessments and method statements. -Oversee construction activities like cable pulling, battery energy storage systems, and more. -Conduct site inspections and approve/reject materials and workmanship. -Visit iconic sites such as the London Power Tunnels and Snowdonia’s Electric Mountain. -Coordinate site access and maintain site diaries. -Monitor contractor safety and performance.

Requirements

  • company car
  • nebosh
  • smsts
  • cqi quality
  • degree
  • infrastructure experience

What You Bring

-Company car (mandatory for role) -Industry-recognised qualifications including NEBOSH, SMSTS, and CQI Quality in Construction. -Industry-recognised qualifications -NEBOSH Level 3 -Degree in engineering, construction or project management -Real-world experience across major infrastructure projects. -HNC/HND, ONC or BTEC Level 3 in a construction/engineering discipline

Benefits

-Pension contribution up to 18% -Salary at programme end: Up to £47,442 -Starting salary: £39,000 -A supportive, inclusive environment where your growth matters. -26 days annual leave + bank holidays (with buy/sell options)

The Company

About National Grid

-Plays a critical role in delivering electricity and gas to millions of homes and businesses. -Operates in both the UK and US, ensuring safe and reliable energy distribution. -Deeply involved in the development of renewable energy infrastructure, including wind and solar projects. -Key projects include cross-border power links to improve energy security and integrating low-carbon solutions. -Continually innovates to meet growing energy demand while reducing environmental impact. -Operates in both electricity and natural gas distribution across a vast geographical area in the US. -Invests in sustainability initiatives and clean energy infrastructure.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Electricity Transmission

Electricity Distribution

Gas Transmission

Gas Distribution

Hydrogen Transmission

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)

Infrastructure

Renewable Energy

Wind

Solar

Nuclear

Commercial

Residential

Industrial

Utilities

Transport

Water Resources

Government

Heavy Civil

Marine