Project Manager - Hydrogen
Warwick, GB, CV34 6DA
Company car eligibility is subject to business mileage requirements. Full details will be provided during the recruitment process.
About Us
At National Gas, the work we do matters.
As Britain's national gas network, we help keep the lights on, businesses running, and homes warm by maintaining the critical infrastructure that transports gas across Great Britain. While providing the energy security Britain relies on today, we're also helping transform the network for a clean energy future.
Join us and help secure Britain's energy.
About the role
Bring your design and build expertise to help create the UK's future hydrogen transmission network, shaping projects from concept through design and into delivery.
As Project Manager within our New Molecules programme, you'll help shape the Humber Hydrogen Pipeline and Project Union programmes, developing the infrastructure needed to decarbonise industry, strengthen energy security and support the UK's transition to net zero.
This is an opportunity for an experienced infrastructure project manager to influence projects from concept and FEED through consenting and into execution readiness, ensuring designs are safe, practical, commercially sound and ready for delivery.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the safe delivery of major hydrogen infrastructure projects through FEED and development phases.
- Manage project scope, schedule, budget, risk and governance.
- Influence engineering solutions to ensure strong constructability and delivery outcomes.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams across engineering, environmental, commercial and construction disciplines.
- Manage consultants, suppliers and NEC-based contracts.
- Drive a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with regulatory and environmental requirements.
- Act as a key interface between contractors, technical specialists and senior stakeholders.
Why this role matters
National Gas is securing Britain's energy today while building the infrastructure needed for tomorrow. As part of our journey to a cleaner future, we're investing in major New Molecule projects that will help decarbonise the energy system.
Project Union St Fergus to Teesside is a flagship part of that journey, supporting plans to convert existing pipeline infrastructure into a dedicated hydrogen network that will connect hydrogen production, storage, and demand across the UK. With more than £164m already secured for Project Union projects.
About You
You’re a natural collaborator and communicator, able to bring together diverse teams and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Your proactive approach, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities will set you up for success in this high-impact role.
You may come from a utility, major contractor, engineering consultancy or EPCM environment and have experience delivering major infrastructure projects from design through to construction.
Essential:
- Experience delivering infrastructure, utilities or energy projects in a regulated environment.
- Experience managing FEED, detailed design and delivery contracts.
- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and lifecycle delivery.
- Knowledge of NEC contracts, cost management and project controls.
- Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills.
Desirable:
- Hydrogen, gas transmission or pipeline infrastructure experience.
- Experience of nationally significant infrastructure or DCO projects.
Security clearance
This role is subject to National Security Vetting (NSV). Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain Security Clearance (SC) throughout their employment. For further information, visit www.gov.uk (UK Security Vetting: Clearance Levels).
What we offer
- Market-leading double-match pension (up to 12% company contribution)
- Annual performance bonus up to 6%
- Company car (subject to business mileage)
- Access to the Tusker salary sacrifice car scheme
- 26 days holiday (plus statutory holidays)
- 10x salary life assurance and income protection
- Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, and technology options
- Family-friendly policies, wellbeing support, and professional development opportunities
Inclusive recruitment
We're building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve, championing diversity, and creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued for their unique contribution. We support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
National Gas is a Disability Confident employer and signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.
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