Offshore Transmission Project Coordinator

SSE; Lerwick; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Gym memberships

Online GP service

Counselling service

Cycle to Work

Maternity and adoption pay

Paternity leave

Job summary

SSEN Transmission is hiring an Assistant Project Manager to join the Offshore Delivery team and deliver projects within the Shetland AC portfolio, supporting Scotland’s Net Zero goals. Reporting to a Project Manager, you will lead a multi‑disciplinary team and manage buyers/partners to ensure safe, on‑budget delivery.

The role offers permanent, full‑time employment with flexible first options and a base location in Scotland, with 50% office attendance in Lerwick, Aberdeen, Perth or Inverness.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a project environment, ideally within construction and/or engineering.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements, including CDM Regulations and relevant Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation.
• An understanding of NEC3 contract administration and project programming tools such as Primavera P6.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written) with an understanding of project management systems and governance that facilitates the execution of large projects.
• A proven ability to work collaboratively within teams, bringing enthusiasm, strong problem‑solving skills, and a proactive approach to challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support the management of a multi‑skilled project team, contributing to the delivery of transmission projects across both development and construction phases.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor project activities, ensuring tasks and deliverables are completed on schedule and stakeholders are engaged while upholding SSE values.
• Manage allocated work packages with a focus on efficiency and value, assist with budget planning, and support financial reporting and cost control.
• Ensure project objectives are achieved in line with cost, programme and safety targets and NEC3 contractual provisions.
• Promote a strong safety culture by understanding safety management systems and SSE safety expectations.

Skills

Project management

Health & safety

NEC3 administration

Contract management

Stakeholder communication

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

SSEN Transmission is hiring an Assistant Project Manager to join the Offshore Delivery team and deliver projects within the Shetland AC portfolio, supporting Scotland’s Net Zero goals. Reporting to a Project Manager, you will lead a multi‑disciplinary team and manage buyers/partners to ensure safe, on‑budget delivery.

The role offers permanent, full‑time employment with flexible first options and a base location in Scotland, with 50% office attendance in Lerwick, Aberdeen, Perth or Inverness.