Project Manager

SSE PLC; Perth; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

SSE PLC is looking for a Project Manager for its Onshore Capital Delivery team in Scotland. This pivotal role involves overseeing significant infrastructure projects and ensuring safety and quality standards are met, contributing to the UK's Net Zero ambitions. Successful candidates will have a solid engineering background and proven project management experience, along with excellent communication and leadership skills. Join an inclusive company dedicated to energy transition and making a positive impact on communities.

Benefits

Private healthcare discounts

Free online GP

24/7 counselling service

Interest-free loans on tech

Cycle to Work scheme

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Experience in managing significant infrastructure projects.
• Understanding of Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
• Ability to build relationships across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire project teams via matrix management.
• Oversee execution and refinement of large capital projects.
• Champion adherence to safety management systems.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety Management

Education

Professional qualification in Engineering or Project Management

Tools

NEC3 Suite of Contracts

Job description

Base Location: Aberdeen or Perth

Salary: £58,100 - £87,100 depending on skills and experience + car / allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

SSEN Transmission has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our Onshore Capital Delivery team. This role is specifically to drive completion of ongoing T2 projects, alongside new onshore (overhead line, underground cable and substation) transmission infrastructure and customer connection projects in the East and North East of Scotland, which form part of our Large Capital Delivery Portfolio, therefore it is essential that the project manager lives within commuting distance of the Dundee/Aberdeen area.

Check out our Pathway to 2030 portfolio - https://www.ssen-transmission.co.uk/projects/2030-projects/

It is an exciting period of growth for SSEN Transmission, we have an increasing number of complex and challenging infrastructure projects to develop and deliver. The Project Manager is a pivotal role in our Capital Delivery team and the successful candidate will play an important part in enabling the energy transition, supporting the Scottish and UK Government's Net Zero ambitions.

You will

- Lead and inspire the SSEN project team via matrix management, working in partnership with external contractors to ensure we deliver project excellence and uphold our promises.

- Oversee the refinement and execution of large capital projects, ensuring that these are delivered safely and on time, while meeting cost and quality targets.

- Champion adherence to our Safety Management Systems, following best practices, and ensuring SSE Large Capital Projects (LCP) Governance processes are strictly followed.

- Embody the SSE Safety Culture and core leadership values, showing a proactive approach to safety management, with demonstrable experience of safety mitigation techniques.

- Align project delivery with SHE Transmission RIIO-T2 completion and T3 Business Plan, ensuring we meet our environmental and safety goals while supporting the wider community.

You have

- A solid foundation in engineering and construction, with experience in developing, managing, and reporting on significant infrastructure projects.

- A professional qualification in Engineering or Project Management, or equivalent experience.

- A comprehensive understanding of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, with a proven history of successfully delivering major projects.

- Experience with NEC3 Suite of Contracts and familiarity with the reporting and management requirements that come with overseeing complex projects.

- An open and collaborative mindset, with excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships across diverse teams.

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 Shirley on 01738 351976 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.