Electrical Project Manager – Safe, On-Time Network Delivery

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Reading; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Flexible benefits

Job summary

SSE’s Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks is seeking a proactive Project Manager to coordinate Out of Area delivery, manage external contractors, and ensure safe, compliant project delivery up to 11kV. The role supports regional leadership and drives continuous improvement in network projects.

The position is permanent, full-time, with a salary of £50,964–£60,899 plus car allowance and a competitive benefits package. Travel across UK locations and a valid UK driving licence are required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical project delivery within the utilities or energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of multiple electrical connection projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Drive a strong safety-first culture, ensuring all contractors and direct labour work to SSE’s Safety Family standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders from enquiry through to completion.
• Manage project finances, track costs, raise invoices, and oversee payments.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement across project delivery and performance.

Skills

Electrical project delivery

Stakeholder management

Health & Safety

Education

HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Job description

SSE’s Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks is seeking a proactive Project Manager to coordinate Out of Area delivery, manage external contractors, and ensure safe, compliant project delivery up to 11kV. The role supports regional leadership and drives continuous improvement in network projects.

The position is permanent, full-time, with a salary of £50,964–£60,899 plus car allowance and a competitive benefits package. Travel across UK locations and a valid UK driving licence are required.