Project Manager

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Gym memberships discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks is seeking a Project Manager to join the Competition in Connections team. You will oversee connection points for ICP/IDNO and drive upgrades to strengthen the network, working with customers and partners to deliver on time and within budget.

The role requires 50% office presence with travel across locations. A valid driving licence is essential and a company car or cash allowance may be provided under policy. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex projects within utilities or similar sectors.
• Ability to communicate clearly with customers and delivery partners.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to schedule, budget and scope.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, timelines, and budgets with cross-functional teams.
• Provide proactive, clear updates to customers and stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets and recover costs from customers to stay within budget.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Customer service

Team collaboration

Tools

PROMIS

GIS

Power On

Microsoft Office

Job description

Base Location: Thatcham, Slough, West London, Oxford or Portsmouth

You’ll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in the office

Salary: £ 50,964 - £60,899 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

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

We're seeking a passionate and dynamic Project Manager to join our Competition in Connections team!

In this role, you'll play a key part in delivering a range of projects, working closely with customers and delivery partners to make sure everything runs smoothly, stays on track, and comes in on budget.

This vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received.

Competition in Connections was created to give customers more freedom in choosing who handles parts of their electrical connections. Whether it’s a Distribution Network Operator (DNO), Independent Connection Provider (ICP), or Independent Distribution Network Operator (IDNO), we aim to give customers the freedom to select the best provider for their needs.

You’ll be overseeing important connection points for the ICP/IDNO and managing any upgrades needed to help strengthen and improve the existing network.

We’re looking for someone who’s detail-oriented, thrives in tracking project progress, and ensures everything is accurate every step of the way. If you're ready to make an impact and help shape the future of electrical connections, we’d love to have you on the team!

You Will

• Review project plans, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with cross functional teams.
• Maintain clear, proactive communication with customers and stakeholders, providing regular project updates and addressing any issues that may impact delivery.
• Manage project budgets by tracking costs and recuperate relevant costs from customers to ensure that they remain within budget, avoiding overspends.
• Ensure that all projects comply with relevant industry regulations, standards and legal requirements.

You Have

• Knowledge of electricity networks up to 11kVA, with experience in electric supply/distribution or other utilities is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages. Experience with PROMIS, GIS, and Power On systems would be advantageous but not essential.
• Experience in a customer driven environment with excellent customer service skills.
• Familiarity with NEC contracts and working with framework partners would be advantageous.
• Strong technical, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to effectively manage stakeholders.

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 344051 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.