Civil Project Engineer

SSE PLC; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

SSE plc is seeking a Civil Project Engineer based in Scotland to support high-value transmission infrastructure projects. You will lead from initial development to delivery, coordinating with design, construction, and operations teams across Scotland.

You will apply civil engineering knowledge in earthworks, drainage, geotechnical, and structural disciplines, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• A degree, HND, or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, or substantial relevant industry experience, with strong knowledge of CDM regulations.
• Experience delivering civil engineering solutions for major infrastructure, utilities, energy, construction, or industrial projects.
• Understanding of civil engineering principles including earthworks, drainage, geotechnical, and structural engineering, with knowledge of relevant design standards and assurance processes.
• Experience working across multidisciplinary teams, using digital tools and engaging with stakeholders to support project delivery.
• Ability to manage technical risk and support engineering decision-making throughout the project lifecycle; senior roles include technical leadership and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver civil engineering solutions across major transmission projects in the UK.
• Support engineering designs from concept to construction and commissioning, including site development, earthworks, drainage, and access infrastructure.
• Define engineering scopes, prepare specifications, evaluate tenders, and manage specialist services for delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams through design reviews, assurance, HAZID, and risk assessment to resolve complex challenges.
• Promote safety culture by applying CDM requirements and engineering standards, identifying and managing risks and opportunities.

Skills

Civil engineering

Earthworks

Drainage

Geotechnical

Structural engineering

Stakeholder management

Risk management

CDM knowledge

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Digital engineering tools

Job description

Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations and you'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in the office or on site. Office locations - Glasgow, Aberdeen, Perth, Inverness

Salary: £51,600 - £77,400 + car / car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

SSEN Transmission Onshore AC are currently recruiting for an experienced Civil Project Engineer to support our growing portfolio of projects throughout the delivery of high profile, high value and technically complex projects on the Electricity Transmission network in Scotland.

The role is responsible for taking projects from initial development and design, through to delivery, commissioning and hand over to operations.

You will

• Develop and deliver civil engineering solutions across some of the UK's largest transmission and substation projects, helping enable the transition to a low-carbon energy future.
• Support the development of engineering designs from concept through to construction and commissioning, covering areas such as site development, earthworks, drainage, access arrangements and associated infrastructure.
• Define engineering scopes, prepare technical specifications, evaluate tenders and manage specialist engineering services to support successful project delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle, contributing to design reviews, engineering assurance, HAZID and risk assessment activities, and the resolution of complex technical challenges.
• Promote a strong safety culture by applying CDM requirements, engineering standards and industry best practice, while identifying and managing engineering risks and opportunities.

You have

• A degree, HND, or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, or substantial relevant industry experience, supported by strong technical knowledge of industry standards, specifications, and the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM).
• Experience developing and delivering civil engineering solutions for major infrastructure, utilities, energy, construction or industrial projects.
• A strong understanding of civil engineering principles including earthworks, drainage, geotechnical and structural engineering, together with knowledge of relevant design standards, regulations and engineering assurance processes.
• Experience working across multidisciplinary teams, using digital engineering tools and engaging effectively with stakeholders to support project delivery.
• The ability to manage technical risk and support engineering decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. For Senior Civil Engineer opportunities, you'll also have experience providing technical leadership, mentoring engineers and leading complex engineering workstreams.

We welcome applications from candidates both within and outside the electricity transmission industry. If you have transferable skills and experience from sectors such as utilities, infrastructure, construction, energy, transportation, industrial projects or the built environment, we'd love to hear from you.

About SSE

SSE's purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

SSEN Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact shirley-anne.o'[e-mail] / 01738 351976 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.