Avangrid
Leading U.S. energy holding firm operating utilities and renewable power assets across 24 states.
1 days ago
$65,000 - $82,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
7,999 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
application lifecycle
cybersecurity
budget management
reporting framework
resource planning
supplier management
In this position you will own the full application lifecycle across multiple business functions, mentor project managers in mature project management practices, and manage resource planning for complex programmes, including coordinating third‑party Scrum Masters for Agile projects. A strong partnership with local and global cybersecurity teams is essential to meet security standards, while financial insight will be required to produce accurate projections and support budget management. You will also contribute to a robust reporting framework that highlights risks, issues and dependencies, lead escalation processes when challenges arise, and maintain strategic oversight of supplier management and alignment with business expectations.
- Own full application lifecycle across business functions and ensure operational handover.
- Coach and mentor project managers on mature project management practices.
- Plan and allocate resources for complex programmes, including third‑party Scrum Masters.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to meet security standards and mitigate risk.
- Produce financial projections and manage budgets for capital projects.
- Develop and maintain a reporting framework highlighting risks, issues, and dependencies.
- Lead escalation processes to resolve challenges and protect delivery timelines.
- Manage supplier relationships and align solutions with business expectations.
- Shape demand process and align IT application strategy with business needs.
Requirements
pmo leadership
prince2
project controls
risk management
budget management
communication
The successful candidate will have proven senior project delivery or PMO leadership experience in complex environments, with expertise in recognised methodologies such as Prince2 and strong project controls. Excellent planning, business reporting, budget management and risk/issue/dependency handling skills are essential, alongside the ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and external vendors. Professional certification (e.g., Prince2) and a solid understanding of resource and budget allocation processes are required, as is the capability to shape the demand process and align IT application strategy with evolving business needs.
- Senior project delivery/PMO leadership experience in complex environments.
- Proficient in recognised methodologies (e.g., Prince2) and project controls.
- Strong risk, issue and dependency management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication with senior stakeholders and vendors.
- Professional certification such as Prince2 or equivalent required.
Benefits
The Senior Programme Manager role, based at ScottishPower HQ in Glasgow, offers a salary of £65‑82K plus up to 20% bonus, a car allowance and family healthcare cover, with a hybrid working model of 2‑3 days in the office each week. This senior leader will support the Head of the Business Centre of Excellence in delivering a high‑value Capital Investment Programme, ensuring major initiatives are completed on time, within budget and to the highest quality while shaping the programme processes and guiding IT solution selection.
ScottishPower offers a competitive salary reviewed annually, a double‑matched pension contribution up to 10%, 36 days of annual leave and a holiday purchase scheme. Additional benefits include Share Incentive and Sharesave plans, payroll giving with charity matching, technology vouchers, electric vehicle schemes, Cycle to Work and public transport season ticket loans, as well as optional dental, private medical, health cash plans and annual health assessments. Employees also receive life assurance at four times salary, financial wellbeing support, and discounts on shopping, leisure, dining, gyms and travel insurance.
- Competitive salary (£65–£82K) plus up to 20% bonus, car allowance and family healthcare.
- Double‑matched pension contribution up to 10% and 36 days annual leave.
- Holiday purchase scheme, Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme.
- Payroll giving, charity matching, and technology vouchers.
- Electric Vehicle schemes, Cycle to Work and public transport loan options.
- Optional dental, private medical, health cash plan and annual health assessments.
- Life assurance at 4× salary and financial wellbeing support.
- Discounts on shopping, leisure, restaurants, gyms and travel insurance.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
- company will support necessary immigration requirements for non‑citizen applicants.
Security clearance
Overview
47 Billion
Assets Under Management
Total value of company assets across all operations.
3.3M+ Customers
Electric & Gas Users
Over 3.3 million customers served across New York and New England.
10.0 GW
Power Generation Capacity
Combined electricity output from owned and operated facilities.
- Born in 2015 from a merger with UIL Holdings, creating a national powerhouse from regional utilities.
- Headquartered in Orange, Connecticut, with operations in 24 U.S. states.
- Its utilities arm manages eight electric and natural gas systems.
- Projects include onshore wind, solar, biomass, thermal plants, and grid upgrades.
- Fully acquired by Iberdrola in late 2024, enhancing investment potential.
- Key ventures include the nation's largest offshore wind project and the Maine Power upgrade.
- Combines local legacy with large-scale clean energy ambition.
Culture + Values
- Sustainable: We seek to be a model of inspiration for creating economic, social and environmental value in our communities and we act positively to affect local development, generate employment, and give back to the community.
- Agile: We act efficiently and with passion to drive innovation and continuous improvement at both the local and global level.
- Collaborative: We work together toward a common purpose and mutual benefit while valuing each other and our differences.
Environment + Sustainability
By 2030
Carbon Neutrality Target
The company aims to achieve carbon neutrality for Scopes 1 and 2.
9.3 GW
Emissions-Free Capacity
Installed capacity in wind and solar energy.
10 GW
Energy Goal
Target to generate 10 GW of emissions-free energy capacity by 2025.
70%
Emissions Reduction Goal
Aim to reduce emissions intensity by 70% by 2030 compared to 2015 levels.
- One of the country’s cleanest utilities.
- Compliance Leader Verification certification by Ethisphere Institute for third consecutive term.
Inclusion & Diversity
2024
Forbes Recognition
Recognized as one of Forbes America’s Best Employers for Diversity in the 2024 ranking.
300M Spend
Supplier Diversity Goal
Aim to increase spend with certified diverse suppliers to $300 million by 2025, up from $195 million in 2022.
- DEI strategy focus areas: increasing diverse representation (especially in leadership), promoting equitable growth opportunities, establishing pathways for community and connection.