Contracts Delivery Manager

Equal Approach Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Contracts Delivery Manager to drive underground infrastructure projects. This role involves collaboration with design teams, resource performance oversight, and compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong utility sector background, particularly in electrical distribution, and a proven track record in contract management and operational delivery. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working options.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym memberships

Interest-free loans for transport season tickets

Qualifications

• Strong background in the utility sector, preferably electrical distribution.
• Proven track record of meeting performance targets.
• Solid understanding of DNO operations and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain oversight of contracted resource performance.
• Coordinate daily work and resources with contract partners.
• Ensure project documentation is accurate and meets quality standards.
• Implement continuous improvement and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Manage budgets effectively and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Contract partner management

Operational delivery

Compliance oversight

Performance tracking

Commercial awareness

Tools

IT skills for data analysis

Job description

Overview

Base Location: New Forest, Poole, Melksham, Oxford, Reading, West London, Portsmouth, Aldershot (SPED License area).

Salary: £54,952 – £64,738 + car/cash allowance + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

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

Join our team as a Contracts Delivery Manager driving the delivery of critical underground infrastructure projects across our SEPD licence area.

You will collaborate with design teams to shape project plans that are cost-effective, timely, and aligned with customer and regulatory expectations.

You will also lead and coordinate with trusted external contractors to ensure exceptional performance and service delivery.

As a valued member of the SEPD Services Delivery team, youll play a key role in powering communities, delivering high-impact results on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.

Responsibilities

• Performance & Compliance Oversight: Maintain real-time understanding of contracted resource performance, ensuring technical quality, compliance, and adherence to standards through regular audits, reviews, and monitoring.
• Daily Coordination & Communication: Lead day-to-day tracking and coordination of in-scope work and resources, establishing effective communication with contract partners, CLOs, and internal teams to drive results.
• Quality, Safety & Documentation: Ensure all project documentation from job packs to completion records is accurate and of high quality, while guaranteeing that all contractors are properly trained, authorised, and working safely.
• Continuous Improvement & Accountability: Identify performance gaps or improvement opportunities, implement timely action plans, and collaborate with CMI colleagues and leadership to enhance productivity and customer satisfaction.
• Commercial Awareness & Regulatory Compliance: Make commercially sound decisions, manage budgets effectively, and ensure delivery of cost-efficient, regulatory-compliant work that meets both customer expectations and business targets.

You have

• Utility & Operational Expertise: Strong background in contract partner management and operational delivery within the utility sector, preferably electrical distribution, with a proven track record of meeting targets and maintaining high standards.
• Commercial & Regulatory Awareness: Solid understanding of DNO operations, revenue generation, price control frameworks, and regulatory by financial acumen and knowledge of unit costs.
• Cross-Functional Business Knowledge: Appreciation of how different business functions interrelate, alongside a strong grasp of local business plans and customer service strategies aligned with regulatory obligations.
• Technical & IT Proficiency: Hands-on technical knowledge of electricity distribution or related sectors, supported by competent IT skills for data analysis and business process administration.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We’re investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

Flexible benefits

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. 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 Kim on 01738 344051 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.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We’ll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we’ll be taking your application further. If you’re offered a role with SSE, you’ll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.