Lead Project Manager

SSEN Transmission; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car / car allowance

Performance bonus

Benefits package

Flexible working options

Job summary

SSEN Transmission is seeking a Lead Project Manager to deliver the Banniskirk Hub within the ASTI framework, reporting to the Deputy Project Director. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams across civils, HVDC/AC substation and related packages, ensuring safety, quality and timely delivery.

The role requires travel to sites in the north of Scotland and involves managing complex contracts and external partners to support the energy transition and Net Zero ambitions.

Qualifications

• Experience leading project teams to deliver large infrastructure projects (£100m+).
• Strong NEC3 contract negotiation and administration experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication with governance knowledge.
• Engineering, construction, or project management qualification / degree; professional membership in PM or Engineering preferred.
• Experience delivering projects safely, on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of £500m+ civil, building, substation, and accommodation packages within the ASTI framework.
• Provide site-based leadership to drive progress and SHEQ outcomes.
• Manage NEC3 contracts, interface management and change control with contractors and consultants.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders to support sustainable project delivery.
• Collaborate with Transmission Management to uphold safety performance.

Skills

Project leadership

NEC3 contract

Stakeholder management

Communication

Risk management

Education

Engineering degree

PM qualification/registration

Job description

Base Location: Glasgow / Inverness / Perth / Aberdeen / Site

Salary: £68,100 - £102,100 + 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

We are looking for a Lead Project Manager to join our SSEN Transmission Delivery Team to deliver our Banniskirk Hub within our Pathway to 2030 Programme. Reporting into the Deputy Project Director, you will be responsible for the delivery of multiple civils, HVDC/AC substation and wider stakeholder packages of works.

The Lead Project Manager is a pivotal and senior role in our Delivery team, whereby the successful candidate will play an important part in enabling the energy transition and supporting the Scottish and UK Government's Net Zero ambitions. This will include managing a multi-disciplinary project team and framework supply chain partners under the Accelerated Strategic Transmission Investment (ASTI) framework.

Due to the location and scale of the project, there is a requirement for the Lead Project Manager to travel regularly to our sites located in the north of Scotland (Thurso region).

You will

• Be accountable for the delivery of £500m+ civil, building, substation, Logistics and accommodation packages as part of the wider HVDC project, whilst managing a team of Project and Senior Project Managers and working closely with external delivery contractors and consultants. You will have demonstratable experience of operating and performing in a similar delivery environment.
• Work closely with the Transmission Management team to uphold the highest level of safety performance and ensure projects are refined, constructed and commissioned in accordance with regulatory requirements whilst championing SSEs Safety Golden Rules.
• Have full accountability for the NEC3 contract management of your packages, including interface management and change control, whilst providing strong commercial leadership to your project team.
• Build, develop and maintain productive and enduring relationships with contractors, a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, and communities to support the sustainable delivery of the projects that you are responsible for.
• Provide regular site-based leadership throughout the delivery phase to drive progress and achieve SHEQ outcomes.

You have

• Experience leading project teams to deliver large infrastructure projects of £100m+, successfully through the execution phase. Prior delivery of energy infrastructure projects preferred but not essential
• Strong NEC3 contract negotiation and administration experience and ability to lead on complex contractual matters.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written) and an advanced understanding of project management systems and governance for the execution of large projects.
• An engineering, construction, or project management qualification / degree or equivalent experience. You will preferably hold a professional membership or registration, in Project Management or Engineering.
• Experience in a construction project delivery environment, with demonstrable experience in project execution to deliver safely, on time and within budget.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

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 Hannah at [e-mail] or 01738 341147 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.