Project Manager

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 64,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Gym membership discounts

Online GP access

24/7 counselling service

Cycle to Work scheme

Maternity and adoption pay

Paternity leave

Job summary

SSEN is seeking a Project Manager to drive upgrades and replacements of electricity network infrastructure in support of the net-zero transition. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget, coordinating with design engineers, field staff, contractors and customers.

The role requires managing complex projects, with NEC3 contract experience and strong communication skills. A valid driving licence is essential, and a company car or cash allowance may be available.

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex construction or infrastructure projects.
• Engineering qualification preferred; construction safety and project management qualifications advantageous.
• Experience with NEC3 contracts and construction regulation duties.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple projects; manage risks and issues.
• Ensure safety, quality, cost and programme alignment.
• Maintain project documentation and contracts per SSEN processes.
• Engage stakeholders to enable safe, efficient project progression.
• Collaborate with design engineers, field staff, contractors and customers.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

Engineering qualification

Construction safety & project management qualification

Tools

NEC3 construction contracts

Job description

Base Location

Oxford, Swindon, Slough, Reading, West London (Hayes). You'll be expected to spend at least 50% of your working week in one of these offices.

Salary

£64,085 - £76,581 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern

Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available.

The role

As a Project Manager, you will help deliver projects that enable the transition to Net Zero by overseeing the upgrade and replacement of our electricity network infrastructure.

You'll be responsible for ensuring that all projects are executed safely, on time, and within budget —while aligning with the changing needs and expectations of our customers.

You will

• Manage a range of projects in accordance with our investment management process, managing their risks and issues.
• Be responsible for all aspects of the project including safety, quality, cost and programme.
• Ensure project documentation and contracts along with supporting information are compliant, maintained and complete through each phase of the project life cycle in line with SSEN processes.
• Provide support to both our design and investment partners through excellent stakeholder engagement to ensure the projects proceed safely, efficiently and to plan.
• Be part of a project management team working closely with design engineers, field staff, contractors, customers, and key stakeholders and be adept at communication with a range of stakeholders, from internal customers, to external connection customers to Local Authorities.

You have

• Experience managing complex construction, infrastructure or engineering projects is essential and experience of electricity infrastructure or substation projects would be advantageous.
• An Engineering qualification is preferred and a recognised qualification in construction safety and project management would be advantageous.
• Experience in contract management and ideally have experience of NEC3 construction contracts.
• Experience in Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015 and understand the duties of Client, Principal Designer and Principal Contractor.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are vital and you will need to be comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, both internal and external. You will be able to manage competing priorities, solve problems effectively and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.

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

SSEN has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.

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 energy experts 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 341814 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.