JOB SUMMARY

The energy sector is undergoing a monumental transformation, and at Ofgem, we are leading the charge to deliver projects that shape the future of energy in Great Britain. We’re looking for a Project Manager to join us and play a pivotal role in delivering high-impact projects that drive change, improve efficiency, and support critical energy initiatives.
Ofgem is Great Britain’s independent energy regulator. We’re at the forefront of change across the energy sector, driving toward Net Zero whilst protecting energy consumers - especially vulnerable people.
We’re offering a permanent position with an opportunity to lead high-profile projects that make a tangible difference in the energy sector. You’ll be instrumental in planning, coordinating, and implementing project frameworks that support our mission while developing innovative solutions that optimise outcomes for consumers and industry stakeholders.
This is an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of a fast-paced, evolving sector, working within a dynamic environment where your ability to navigate complexity, manage risks and engage stakeholders will be critical to success. You will be part of a team that works across our Delivery & Schemes directorate, helping to shape projects that enhance operational effectiveness, streamline processes, and strengthen regulatory compliance.
We’re looking for someone with proven experience in project management, a strong ability to manage stakeholders and expertise in delivering projects on time, within scope, and to a high standard. You’ll bring a track record of leading projects in a complex environment, along with the ability to convey technical and strategic concepts to diverse audiences. A relevant project management qualification or equivalent experience will ensure you can apply best practice methodologies in project governance, risk management and benefits realisation.
At Ofgem, we believe in rewarding talent and supporting our people to achieve their best. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer exceptional benefits including access to an excellent pension scheme, flexible working policies generous annual leave, access to professional development opportunities, and an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and authenticity.
We have a critical purpose to deliver high-impact projects that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the energy sector. This is your chance to contribute to major regulatory and operational initiatives that will shape the industry’s future, drive innovation, and make a lasting impact on energy consumers and businesses alike.

NATIONALITY REQUIREMENTS

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

• UK nationals
• nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

Further information on nationality requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND OUTPUTS

• Apply project management skillset to managing projects and/or a programme of work within either a Central PMO function, portfolio or team setting.
• Establish and maintain up-to-date delivery plans, identifying and managing milestones, creating visibility of key decision points and dependencies within the central planning tool.
• Responsible for ensuring the organisations project management processes are followed and all required project documentation is maintained including business cases, project initiation documents and status reporting.
• Ensure there is a clear up to date picture of resource needs across the Portfolio by maintaining the central Resourcing Tool.
• Deliver accurate and timely reporting for senior colleagues, programme SROs and decision makers as required.
• Ensure effective risk, issue and change management and assurance processes are in place, and a drumbeat for the regular review of risk across the Portfolio feeding into and adhering to the central risk processes.
• Overall responsibility for engaging with and providing information, as required, to the central PMO team.
• Actively engage with the wider Project Management and Delivery professional network to ensure sharing of best practice, building of capability, and promote continuous improvement.