Operations Project Manager

SSE; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking an Operations Project Manager to join their dynamic team in Scotland. You will lead key projects, manage Service Level Agreements, and ensure high standards of operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have strong engineering experience, preferably in HV operations and a proven ability to prioritize and manage projects effectively. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working options with significant benefits related to health and well-being.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym membership discounts

Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets

Maternity and adoption pay

Paternity leave

Qualifications

• Strong engineering, construction or operations background with HV experience.
• Ability to deliver within challenging timelines and effectively organize priorities.
• Understanding of industry legislation and Health and Safety requirements.
• Experience creating strong relationships with cross-functional teams.
• Valid driver's license required due to project location.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplined project teams on Operations-related projects.
• Deliver capital projects, ensuring governance and sustainability.
• Manage Service Level Agreements with OEM partners.
• Forecast and control project costs and resources.
• Conduct regular site inspections for compliance with Health and Safety.

Skills

Strong engineering background

Experience with HV substation

Project management

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Base Location

Flexible Scotland | We’re proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however, need your base ‘home’ location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around Scotland, Aberdeen, Perth, Dundee, Inverness or Caithness.

Salary

£57,100 – £87,100 + car/car allowance + 10% 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

SSEN Transmission is looking for a proactive and detail‑driven Operations Project Manager to join our dynamic Operations team. This is a key role supporting the successful delivery of our RIIO‑T3 business plan, where you’ll lead the execution of critical projects including Control system upgrades, installation of condition‑based monitoring systems and delivery of innovation initiatives. You’ll also play a vital part in managing Service Level Agreements across the Operations function, ensuring high standards and operational excellence.

You will

• Lead multi‑disciplined project teams who are involved in various Operations related projects. This will include key team members within Transmission Operations, the wider Operations Directorate and colleagues across the business.
• Deliver a portfolio of capital projects (£200m), both Base Capex and Large Capital Projects, as part of our RIIO‑T3 portfolio, delivering on time, budget and quality. You will ensure that all business requirements (including project governance) are being met and that the delivered solution is sustainable and fit‑for‑purpose.
• Support the definition, execution and management of Service Level Agreements with OEM partners for a variety of critical operational assets.
• Accurately forecast and control project costs, manage programmes and resources, determine issues that are critical that require escalation and produce regular reports to update key business stakeholders.
• Where necessary, support the coordination of contractors performing work at live operational assets, including upgrade works and defect remedial works. Conduct regular site inspections and ensure that contractors and internal stakeholders are meeting the established Health and Safety criteria such as CDM and ESQC Regulations.

You have

• A strong engineering, construction or operations background, preferably with HV substation, GIS, HV cables experience including safety and CDM regulations. Experience and an understanding of the administration of the NEC3 suite of contracts is advantageous.
• The ability to deliver within challenging timescales, the ability to effectively prioritise, plan and organise, balance immediate and long‑term business priorities.
• An understanding of industry legislation, Health and Safety legislation, regulatory requirements.
• Experience creating strong relationships with Asset Management & Operations team members, engineers, managers, procurement, and external OEMs. Excellent verbal and written communication and solid presentation skills required.
• Due to the location of our projects, there is a need to have an applicable driver’s licence.

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 home‑grown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. SSEN Transmission owns and operates the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it’s 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, home‑grown 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. Well‑being 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 Andy on [e-mail] / 01738 275370 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.