Overhead Line Project Manager

SSE plc; Oban, Dunoon; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Cycle to Work

Wellbeing support

Family entitlements

Job summary

SSE plc is hiring a Capital Delivery Project Manager to oversee multiple Overhead Line projects in Argyll & West. You will ensure safe, on-time delivery within budget, coordinating with design, planning and external partners.

The role requires travel across locations with a company car provision and flexible working options. The ideal candidate will have experience in regulated energy environments, governance-aligned project delivery, and a strong focus on customer service and profitability.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering projects safely, on time and within budget.
• Experience meeting timelines, quality and cost targets with clear progress reporting.
• Experience developing project programmes, cost plans and resource schedules.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe delivery of projects to programme, cost and quality.
• Lead delivery of key programme outputs coordinating with design, planning, environmental and consents.
• Coordinate works between internal and external delivery partners for efficient outcomes.
• Provide support to customers and delivery partners to ensure efficient progression including site meetings.
• Drive profitability and identify improvements through excellent customer service with partners.
• Adhere to Safety Management Systems, CDM regulations, governance processes.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder mgmt

Budgeting

OHL knowledge

CDM regulations

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Base Location:You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations Oban, Dunoon or Kintyre.

Salary:£45,542 - £60,899 depending on experience and authorisations + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern:Permanent | Full Time | Flexible workingoptions available

The Role

SSEN Distribution has an exciting opportunity for a Capital Delivery Project Manager within the Argyll & West Overhead Line (OHL) delivery team. As a Project Manager in this team, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of multiple OHL projects ranging from our foundational compliance work in Whole Circuit Approach (WCA) through to our larger, notifiable projects to strengthen our network for the future captured within our RIIO business plan

You will

• Ensure the safe delivery of projects to programme, cost and the necessary quality, using robust systems to support the project process.
• Lead the delivery of key project programme outputs, managing both internal and external stakeholders and coordinate with departments such as design and engineering, planning, environmental and consents.
• Co-ordinate works appropriately between internal and external delivery partners, ensuring we have the right mix of delivery to provide the most efficient outcomes
• Provide support to both our customer and delivery partners to ensure the projects proceed efficiently, including facilitating and attending site meetings.
• Drive profitability and opportunity through excellent customer service, identifying areas of improvement to work collaboratively with the delivery partners and wider business.
• Apply and adhere to the Safety Management Systems, CDM regulations, best practices and follow governance processes for all projects where required.

You have

• Experience in both people and customer engagement with a proven ability to deliver work safely, on time and within budget.
• A track record of meeting project timelines, quality and cost targets, with accurate and timely reporting of project progress and financial performance
• Experience developing project programmes, cost plans and resource schedules ensuring delivery of practical and cost-effective solutions.
• A working knowledge of a regulated environment, ideally within the electricity or utilities sector. Experience of working on OHL projects, or similar across LV, 11kV and 33kV networks is advantageous but not essential.
• Demonstrable experience delivering projects in line with governance processes, with a strong working knowledge of Construction (Design & Management) Regulations.

This role involves travel across various locations to support business needs. To enable you to fulfil these responsibilities, as a role requirement, the company will provide access to a vehicle for work-related travel.

The requirement will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and if the company car policy criteria are met, there will be an opportunity to join the company car scheme. Provision of a company car or cash allowance does not form part of the contractual terms and conditions of employment for this role.

A valid driving licence is essential.

About SSE

SSE's purpose is to be restless every day until we make electricity clean, affordable and available for all.

We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. This includes electricity transmission and distribution networks, onshore and offshore wind farms, hydro-electric power and flexible thermal generation. We also provide products and services for businesses and other customers.

Our investment plan will see SSE invest £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030.

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and technical specialists keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

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 [e-mail] / 01738 340954 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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