Senior Supervisor (Internal and External), Capital Delivery Supervision

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National Grid
A global utility company focused on energy infrastructure and distribution.
Oversee civil contractor work for electric utility projects ensuring safety, quality, and schedule
3 days ago ago
$131,000 - $145,000
Entry-level
Internship
Waltham, MA
Onsite
Company Size
23,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction
Project Management
Technical Services
Consulting
Design
Operations and Maintenance
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Electricity Transmission
Electricity Distribution
Gas Transmission
Gas Distribution
Hydrogen Transmission
Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
contractor coordination
safety compliance
incident reporting
quality assurance
progress reporting
drawings review
  • Coordinate the daily activities of assigned civil contractors performing construction, maintenance and restoration work associated with electric utility civil construction projects. Work in unison with other National Grid departments to ensure a seamless transition of work.
  • Assure that high standards of safety, security and environmental compliance are consistently followed at assigned work locations and in full compliance with existing, relevant, applicable Federal, state, local laws and regulations and National Grid guidelines
  • Identify and document any safety/environmental incidents or near misses and motor vehicle incidents in the Incident Management System (IMS). Where necessary, ensure the contractor has determined root cause/corrective actions and documents the incident in ISNetworld.
  • Provide quality assurance that the work being performed is per National Grid specifications, standards and applicable contractual documents.
  • Perform inspections and quality assurance regarding contractor activities to ensure compliance to Company specifications, practices, standards, operating procedures, policies and contract documents
  • Fully understand the assigned project scope and contract work authorization details. Interface with others on the project to ensure job commitments are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Document contract crew activities, prepare and present periodic oral and written update reports and verify the accuracy of contractor invoicing. This will include ensuring adherence to contract documents to completion and monitoring change orders and reasoning. Report on job progress utilizing a web-based reporting database.
  • Work with other supervisors and departments to review engineering drawings and technical specifications. Survey site locations for constructability considerations, confirm proper permits and licenses are available prior to work start and attend project meetings as requested.
What you bring
10+ years
safety culture
driver's license
blueprint reading
osha
civil engineering
  • 10+ years relevant civil construction experience in all aspects of electric utility operations, conduit/duct bank utility construction operations or similar industry
  • Ability to develop a working knowledge of company maintenance practices, safe work practices, tagging rules and labor contracts.
  • Ability to develop and administer a strong safety culture
  • Maintain a non-restricted driver's license.
  • Must be self-motivated and have strong time management and record keeping skills
  • Ability to read and interpret job scope of work, prints, specifications, schematics, online drawings, diagrams, instructional information and contract documents
  • Hands-on experience with completion of challenging field construction work. Able to travel throughout the service territory and willing to work extended hours when job requires, and for system emergencies and severe weather events
  • Strong knowledge of Federal, State, OSHA, local, company safety and environmental rules and regulations.
  • Must have thorough understanding of civil construction principles, equipment, work methods and the hazards associated with this work and have the ability to mitigate those hazards.
  • Minimum two-year technical degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
1990 Founded
Year Established
The company was established in 1990 to deliver electricity and gas to millions of homes and businesses.
15,000 km
High-Voltage Network
Manages an extensive electricity transmission network of high-voltage lines across the UK.
  • 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.
Culture + Values
  • Stand up for safety every day
  • Put our customers first
  • Be inclusive, supporting and caring for each other
  • Speak up, challenge and act where something doesn’t feel right
  • Embrace the power and opportunity of diversity
  • Increase efficiency to help with customer affordability
  • Work with others to find solutions for customers
  • Commit to learning and new ideas
  • Take personal ownership for delivering results
  • Be bold and act with passion and purpose
  • Focus on progress over perfection
  • Follow the problem through to the end
Environment + Sustainability
ÂŁ51B Investment
Green Infrastructure Commitment
The company has committed to investing ÂŁ51 billion in green infrastructure projects by March 2029.
Net Zero 2050
Carbon Neutral Goal
Achieve net zero emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and 3 by 2050.
60% Reduction
GHG Emissions Target
Aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 60% by 2030-31 compared to the 2018-19 baseline.
99.4% Diversion
Construction Waste Management
99.4% of construction waste is diverted from landfill.
  • 37.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2033/34 (excluding sold electricity)
  • 100% electric light-duty fleet by 2030; transition medium/heavy-duty to zero-carbon alternatives
  • 50% reduction in absolute SF6 emissions by 2030/31
  • 20% reduction in energy consumption in flagship offices by 2030/31
  • 50% reduction in annual air-travel emissions by 2025/26 (from 2019/20 baseline), with remaining emissions offset
  • Engage top 50% of US suppliers (by emissions) and top 80% of UK suppliers to set Science-Based Targets by 2025/26
  • 17% reduction in controllable Scope 1 and 2 emissions since FY19
  • Connecting 1.35 GW of new low-carbon generation to the network in 2023-24
  • 100% renewable energy purchased for metered estate
  • 7.9% improvement in environmental value of non-operational land since FY21
  • 100% of construction projects committing to deliver 10% net gain or greater
  • Zero waste to landfill across key areas by 2026
  • Restore natural environment by 10% on UK-managed land
  • ISO 14001 integrated management system certification
Inclusion & Diversity
Ranked #1 UK
Gender Equality Ranking
Recognized as the top company in the UK and ranked globally by Equileap in 2021.
84% Score
Workforce Disclosure Initiative
Achieved an 84% score in the Workforce Disclosure Initiative in 2022, reflecting strong progress in inclusion and diversity practices.
#1 in Times Top 50
Gender Equality Employer Ranking
Named the number one employer for gender equality in the Times Top 50 Employers list for 2023.
Bloomberg Gender‑Equality Index
Index Inclusion
Included in the 2023 Bloomberg Gender‑Equality Index, recognizing commitment to transparent reporting and advancing women's equality.
  • Aspiration to be among the most inclusive, diverse and equitable companies in business
  • Embed inclusion into everything we do
  • Build a diverse and innovative green workforce for our customers
  • Deliver organisation‑wide equity through our processes
  • Use our voice, platform and influence to create dialogue and elevate issues
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