Lead Project Manager

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Inverness; On-site; GBP 66,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Lead Project Manager to oversee significant HVDC projects as part of its Pathway to 2030 Programme. This pivotal role involves managing a multi-disciplinary team and ensuring successful project delivery to support net zero ambitions. Candidates should possess significant project management experience, ideally within energy infrastructure, and be capable of handling complex contract negotiations.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Free online GP service

Interest-free loans for transport

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience leading projects over £100 million.
• Strong negotiation skills with NEC3 contracts.
• Experience in pre-construction delivery environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver multiple HVDC projects within the Pathway to 2030 Programme.
• Manage project teams and maintain safety performance.
• Oversee contract management and interface control.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Contract Management

Education

Project Management Qualification

Engineering Degree

Job description

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Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations - Glasgow / Inverness / Perth / Aberdeen / Western Isles

Salary:£66,100 - £99,100 + 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 Lead Project Managers to join our SSEN Transmission Delivery Team to deliver our High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) projects within our Pathway to 2030 Programme . Reporting into the Deputy Project Director, you will be responsible for the delivery of multiple civils, HVDC Converter building, and AC substation packages of works at one of our onshore sites.

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.

You will

- Be accountable for the delivery of a £500m+ civil, building, and substation 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 and maintain productive and enduring relationships with contractors, 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 pre-construction project delivery environment, planning for project success to de-risk project execution and 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 Stephanie at [e-mail] or 01738 342963 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.

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