Delivery Manager NESO

About the Role

National Energy System Operators (NESO) strength lies in our people. Together were shaping the future where clean affordable energy is accessible for all. Every day is an opportunity to make a real difference accelerating the progress of sustainable GB energy keeping people connected and society thriving as we create a brighter tomorrow.

NESO are looking for a Delivery Manager to lead the strategic delivery and performance management of the Data Sharing Infrastructure (DSI).The DSI is a decentralised socio-technical solution that will enable secure resilient and standardised data sharing between energy system participants.

NESO is currently progressing the development of the DSI on behalf of the sector and has been appointed by Ofgem to oversee its implementation in a governance role known as the DSI opportunity is at the heart of the DSI Coordinator function with responsibilities for leading delivery planning governance and assurance to ensure successful delivery of the planned and prioritised role will establish a high-performance collaborative delivery team including NESO and supply chain partners.

This leadership role will lead the Management & Governance team of three and work closely with other teams in the function contributing to cross-functional coordination.

This role can be based from Wokingham Warwick or Glasgow and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants as well as flexible working arrangements.

Key Acountabilities

1. Lead and manage the Management and Governance team within the DSI Coordinator function providing direction coordination and guidance. Serve as a core member of the DSI Coordinator function leadership team
2. Lead the development of detailed delivery plans including milestones dependencies resource allocation and sequencing across the DSI Coordinator function and delivery activities ensuring delivery of prioritised DSI scope is on time and within budget
3. Own and manage delivery governance across the DSI programme and DSI Coordinator function including chairing key internal forums and overseeing reporting risk and performance frameworks
4. Establish and oversee DSI governance arrangements and effective reporting to manage and monitor DSI risks performance and benefits realisation ensuring timely mitigation and escalation of delivery issues.
5. Set parameters for resource prioritisation and delivery plan changes working collaboratively with other teams in the DSI Coordinator function to reach consensus and implement changes that maintain delivery momentum and alignment with prioritised scope
6. Manage interfaces and dependencies with other Energy sector wide digital initiatives ensuring alignment and effective collaboration
7. Coordinate with internal and external governance forums working closely with the other roles in the DSI Coordinator function to ensure alignment escalation and resolution of cross-cutting issues supporting transparency consistency and timely delivery across the DSI programme
8. Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships overseeing commercial arrangements and maintaining strong operational partnerships that enable collaborative high-performing delivery team across NESO and supply chain partners
9. Direct and oversee sourcing and commercial management activities working with the commercial and finance senior lead and acting as a point for escalation
10. Providedelivery expertise in engagement with Ofgem to support significant unresolved disputes and address challenges impacting DSI delivery and performance ensuring risks are managed and escalated effectively

About You

Were forging the path and we know we cant do it alone. Thats why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative this case were looking for someone with:

• Extensive experience in leading programme delivery within complex multi-stakeholder environments with deep understanding of delivery methodologies (Agile Waterfall Hybrid)
• Strong understanding of delivery governance sourcing and internal team coordination
• Experience in sourcing and commercial management including supplier relationship management contract negotiation and escalation handling
• Proven ability to manage dependencies and benefits across complex delivery landscapes of external partners and internal functions
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with a focus on enabling high-performing multi-discipline teams
• Experience of working across regulatory and public sector environment with experience engaging with oversight bodies such as Ofgem or equivalent

Dont meet every single requirement Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At NESO we are committed to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace for everyone. So if youre excited about this role but your experience or qualifications dont match the job description exactly we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.

About What Youll Get

A competitive salary up to circa 73000pa dependent on experience and capability.

As well as your base salary you will receive a bonus of up to 15% of your salary for stretch performance 28 days annual leave as standard and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.

As we work towards creating a cleaner greener and more affordable future for all we also work towards creating a place for our teammates to belong with professional and personal growth and positive well-being.

• Full support and career-development resources to expand your skills enhance your expertise and maximise your potential along your career journey.
• A diverse and inclusive community of belonging where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table.
• Generous Total Rewards Plan comprising of health finance and wealth work/life balance and career benefits.

About Us

National Energy System Operators (NESO) mission is to facilitate the decarbonisation of Great Britains energy network and ensure the delivery of reliable affordable and clean electricity for consumers. We work with stakeholders across the whole energy industry to plan for future network needs using a wider adoption of technology and changes in consumer behaviour as well as ensuring we have the right markets networks and frameworks in place to transform the way we operate tomorrow.

Join us and lets energise progress.

Our energy our future together.

About The National Energy System Operator (NESO)

In Autumn of 2024 the ESO transitioned to National Energy System Operator or NESO for short. Previously denoted as the Future System Operator (or FSO) the new National Energy System Operator is the independent body responsible for planning Great Britains electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system.

The ESO including all of its existing roles are now at the heart of the new National Energy System Operator. As NESO we will build on our existing roles capabilities and ways of working significantly to create an organisation the energy system and its users need. Our new capabilities will enable us to look across vectors including electricity natural gas and hydrogen and crucially consider the trade-offs between them.

The organisation is set up as a public corporation with its own Board of independent directors with complete operational independence from government the regulator and any and all commercial interest. As was the ESO NESO will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem through price control agreements and obligated to identify optimal solutions to system operations and planning in the most sustainable affordable and secure way for all.

More Information

This role closes on 09th December 2025 at 23:59 however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.

We work towards the highest standards in everything we do including how we support value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds and offer flexible and tailored support at home and in the office.

Were committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve and a working environment in which each individual feels valued respected fairly treated and able to reach their full potential.