2026 Graduate Associate Project Manager, Infrastructure Delivery

Consortium of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Voluntary and Community Organisations Limited; Port Talbot; Hybrid; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is offering a Graduate Associate Project Manager position in Port Talbot. Over an 18-month programme, you'll manage infrastructure projects impacting the UK's energy network. This role offers extensive training and mentorship, focusing on your professional development in project management. Ideal candidates should possess a minimum 2:2 degree and a driving license, with a salary of £36,640 plus bonuses and benefits. Flexibility and travel within projects are necessary.

Benefits

£2,000 joining bonus

26 days holiday

£2,400 payment upon completion of the programme

Accommodation allowance of up to £200 per month

Qualifications

• Must have or be working towards a minimum 2:2 degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related fields.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Willingness to travel for site visits across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support project planning, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Assist with budget preparation and monitoring.
• Coordinate with teams and contractors for project delivery.
• Engage with stakeholders to maintain alignment.
• Identify risks and contribute to mitigation strategies.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Budget Monitoring

Risk Identification

Education

Minimum 2:2 degree in relevant field

Job description

2026 Graduate Associate Project Manager, Infrastructure Delivery

Location: Port Talbot

Highlighted points for this job

Port Talbot, South Wales, with travel across the region

18‑month graduate programme with tailored development

Minimum 2:2 degree in relevant field required

About us

National Grid is at the heart of the UK energy network keeping people connected and society moving. We develop, own and maintain the physical infrastructure, such as pylons and cables needed to move the electricity generated from windfarms and power sources around the country. Every time a phone is plugged in, or a switch is turned on, we’ve played a part, connecting you to the electricity you need – and we’re leading the transformation towards a greener future, dreaming bigger to bring a more affordable energy future to everyone.

But it’s our people that provide our true superpower. They drive and sustain our growth, their unique differences only making us stronger. But it’s no small feat and we need the best to join us in our mission. So, join us and power the future of energy.

About The Role

Infrastructure Delivery at National Grid plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of energy by executing major projects that enhance and expand the UK’s electricity and gas networks. This team is responsible for delivering critical infrastructure—such as substations and transmission lines—that ensures the safe, efficient and reliable distribution of energy across the country.

As a Graduate Associate Project Manager, you’ll be part of a team that manages the full lifecycle of infrastructure projects, from early feasibility and stakeholder engagement through to construction, commissioning, and project close‑out. You’ll contribute to initiatives like the Great Grid Upgrade, which is central to National Grid’s ambition to connect more clean, low‑carbon power to homes and businesses across England and Wales.

This is a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in delivering large‑scale infrastructure projects that are vital to the UK’s energy transition and sustainability goals. You’ll be empowered to learn, grow and make a meaningful impact from day one.

What You'll be doing:

• Supporting the development of detailed project plans, including scope, timelines and resource allocation.
• Assisting with budget preparation and monitoring to ensure projects stay within financial targets.
• Coordinating with internal teams and external contractors to drive project delivery.
• Engaging with stakeholders such as engineers, clients and regulatory bodies to maintain transparency and alignment.
• Identifying project risks and contributing to mitigation strategies to keep delivery on track.
• Monitoring progress against key milestones and preparing regular status updates.
• Ensuring compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contributing to contract management activities, including supplier coordination and dispute resolution.
• Participating in project close‑out activities, including evaluations and lessons learned reviews.

Through your work, you’ll contribute directly to National Grid’s mission of delivering sustainable, secure and affordable energy for all.

Our Graduate Programme

As you’ll be joining our 18‑month graduate programme, you’ll have a tailored development pathway to support you as you develop a wide range of leadership, business and technical skills. You’ll attend in‑person and virtual development sessions throughout your programme to equip you with the essential skills required, as you begin your career at National Grid. We’re committed to the personal development of our colleagues so as well as the support from your line manager as you navigate your new role, you’ll also have access to 1‑2 coaching and a mentor, from a previous cohort to help you transition from campus to corporate life.

All graduates complete the core development programme to develop key skills such as how to make an impact, giving feedback and presentation skills. Aligned to this role is our Commercial pathway, where you’ll further develop commerciality skills and gain important insight of engineering and electricity to increase your understanding of our business and industry. Dependent upon your role you may complete a formal qualification such as the Chartered Institute of Professional Development (CIPD).

We believe in the importance of getting as much on‑the‑job experience as possible and to do this, you will complete three 6‑month placements, across the UK, designed to deepen your understanding of your speciality but to also broaden your knowledge of our business. At the end of your 18‑month programme you’ll return to your initial placement area to kick‑start your superpowered career.

What you'll need to apply

You’ll need to achieve, or be working towards, a minimum 2:2 degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering (various), Construction Management, Information Technology, Finance or Accounting. It doesn’t matter when you graduated or if you are currently working towards your qualification. We just need you to be eager to apply your knowledge in a real‑world setting.

Due to the amount of travel to our site locations, you’ll need to currently have a full valid UK driving licence at the time of application that will allow you to drive in the UK.

You’ll need flexibility to travel within role and throughout your rotations as required, as in order to carry out the requirements of this role you’ll need to travel to sites, substations, depots and our training centres.

Location

This role is based in Port Talbot (South Wales), with project sites located across the wider portfolio. As part of your role, you’ll be expected to travel within this region to support project delivery.

What You’ll Get In Return

We are proud to offer a graduate starting salary of £36,640.

Not only will you receive a tailored development programme to progress a superpowered career at National Grid, we also offer some great rewards and benefits:

• £2,000 bonus, once joined and started on programme
• 26 days holiday
• £2,400 payment on successful completion of the programme
• Up to £200 per month accommodation allowance as you move around the business, and additional annual leave for when you move between placements plus assistance with moving personal belongings
• Other benefits include pension and share‑option schemes, Flexible Benefits, close mentorship and regular feedback & volunteering opportunities.

More Information

We can only accept one graduate opportunity during this recruitment cycle. We kindly ask you to review all our graduate opportunities and apply for the one that aligns closest with your aspirations and interests.

We recruit on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close our vacancies once we have enough applications based on volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as early as possible to ensure you obtain the place you want in the application process.

Assessment centres will be held between November and April 2026.

National Grid’s Graduate & Student opportunities in the UK are open to all applicants who meet the eligibility criteria including an existing and valid right to work in the UK. As part of the application process this will need to be evidenced and verified before you can start the programme.

Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points‑based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points‑based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality or ethnic origin.

At National Grid, it’s our people that provide our true superpower. They drive and sustain our growth, their unique differences only making us stronger, so we pride ourselves on placing diversity, equity and inclusion at the heart of who we are and what we do and are committed to building a workforce of the future which represents the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, offering flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office where and when needed. All our offers are based on the right to work in the UK, qualifications, innovation from creating diverse teams and perspectives, and business need.