Portfolio Planner

National Grid plc; Livingston; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A national utility provider seeks a Project Planner to oversee project portfolios in Scotland. Responsibilities include ensuring accurate investment records, collaborating with teams, and managing timelines and resources effectively. The ideal candidate will have robust project planning experience, excellent communication skills, and be adept at data analysis. Benefits include a competitive salary, annual bonuses, and a generous pension scheme. The role demands organised and detail-focused individuals who thrive in cooperative environments.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to 6%

Generous pension scheme

Flexible benefits including private healthcare

Family friendly provisions

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in project or portfolio planning, asset management, or similar roles.
• Strong communication skills to build relationships.
• Organised and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Comfortable analysing data for decision-making.
• Experience with scheduling and resource management.
• Proactive approach to process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage project portfolio and keep investment plans accurate.
• Work closely with teams to ensure project success.
• Create and maintain clear project plans.
• Track performance and suggest improvements.
• Maintain compliance with governance processes.

Skills

Project or portfolio planning

Strong communication skills

Organised and detail-focused

Comfortable with data

Collaborative mindset

Knowledge of planning principles

Job description

Salary: £53,461 to £62,895 + range of benefits

Location: Livingston

About Us

National Gas is securing Britain’s energy. We transport gas throughout Great Britain, repair and maintain gas pipelines, and manage the meters that allow millions of homes and businesses to access the energy they need. We are the national gas network, providing secure energy to power Britain, achieve net zero, and maintain our industrial competitiveness.

About the Role

We’re looking for someone to help us plan and manage projects across the Scotland & North region. In this role, you’ll make sure our plans support business goals, meet regulations, and deliver safely and efficiently.

• Take ownership of portfolio planning, keeping our investment records accurate and up to date.
• Work closely with planners and sponsors to make sure projects run smoothly and resources are used wisely.
• Lead on creating and improving plans that help us deliver safe and reliable gas services.
• Use data to track progress, report on performance, and suggest improvements.
• Support compliance and governance by making processes clear and easy to follow.

What You'll be doing

In this role, you’ll help us plan and deliver projects that make a real difference. Here’s what you’ll do:

• Manage our project portfolio – keep plans up to date and make sure we have the right mix of investments for now and the future.
• Create clear plans – work with stakeholders to define what’s needed and make sure everything is achievable.
• Use resources wisely – help optimise how work is delivered and ensure teams have what they need.
• Collaborate with others – work closely with project managers, sponsors, and engineers to schedule work and overcome challenges.
• Keep projects on track – make sure plans are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard.
• Spot connections – identify and manage dependencies so everything works together smoothly.
• Drive improvements – look for better ways to manage investments, costs, and outages, and support future changes.
• Share progress – produce clear reports and updates so everyone knows how we’re doing.
• Monitor performance – track outage performance and work with the System Operator to stay on top of changes.

About You

You’re someone who enjoys planning, organising, and making things run smoothly. You like working with others and finding smart ways to get things done. Here’s what will help you succeed in this role:

• Organised and detail-focused – you can manage plans and keep track of lots of moving parts.
• Collaborative – you enjoy working with different teams and building strong relationships.
• Problem solver – you can spot challenges early and find practical solutions.
• Comfortable with data – you can use information to track progress and make improvements.
• Continuous improvement mindset – you’re always looking for better ways to work.
• Clear communicator – you can explain plans and updates in a way that everyone understands.

Experience in project or portfolio planning and your ability to work well with others, stay organised, and keep things on track.

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Key Requirements and Experience

We’re looking for someone who enjoys planning, problem-solving, and working with others. Here’s what will help you succeed:

• Experience in project or portfolio planning, asset management, or similar roles.
• Strong communication skills – you can build relationships and share ideas clearly.
• Organised and detail-focused – able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.
• Comfortable with data – you can analyse information and use it to make decisions.
• Collaborative mindset – you enjoy working with different teams and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of planning principles and experience with scheduling and resource management.
• Proactive and improvement-focused – always looking for better ways to work.

Experience with financial models, planning systems, or regulatory frameworks is helpful, but what matters most is your ability to stay organised, work well with others, and keep projects moving.

What We Can Offer You

Annual bonus of up to 6% based on personal and company performance

26 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays - option available to buy extra holiday days

Generous double‑match pension scheme - for every £1 you put in, we’ll add £2 (max company contribution 12%)

An optional flexible benefit scheme, including private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans, travel insurance

Death in service 10x your basic salary

Financial protection if you're unable to work due to long term illness or injury

Excellent family friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental leave

Professional development and career progression

Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24 hours per day

Financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, relevant to your role

Inclusive Recruitment

At National Gas, we are disability confident, and we are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you need to perform your best.