Project Manager (Cables)

SSE; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Scotland is seeking a Delivery Project Manager for the Orkney 220kV Transmission Link. You will oversee onshore cables, ensuring compliance with regulations while managing costs and stakeholder relationships. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in onshore cable projects and strong contract management skills. This role offers exciting career development prospects and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Healthcare discounts

Gym membership discounts

Family entitlements

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in onshore cable delivery projects within transmission or energy sectors.
• Strong working knowledge of CDM regulations.
• Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams on complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the Onshore Cables Package for the Orkney project.
• Manage project execution per approved plans, budget, and schedule.
• Oversee commercial aspects including contract negotiation and dispute resolution.

Skills

Onshore cable delivery

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Education

Engineering/Project Management qualification

Tools

NEC contract framework

CDM regulations

Job description

Overview

Base Location: For this role, successful applicants must be based in one of our Scottish locations – Glasgow, Inverness, Aberdeen, or Perth.

Salary: £50,100 - £75,100 + car / car allowance + 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’s Offshore Delivery Team is actively seeking a Delivery Project Manager to join the Orkney 220kV Transmission Link, a strategically vital infrastructure project currently in its execution phase, with planned completion in 2028. This link will enable the connection of renewable energy generated on the islands to the GB electricity grid.

You will lead the Onshore Cables Package within our AC team, playing a pivotal role in delivering one of the most technically complex elements of the wider Orkney portfolio. The position demands strong experience in onshore cable delivery, ideally within HVAC and/or HVDC systems, and a solid understanding of CDM regulations and NEC contract frameworks.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-profile project involving landfall coordination, underground cable installation, and subsea cable interface management. As SSEN Transmission continues to expand its offshore and onshore portfolio, this role offers excellent career development prospects within a forward-thinking organisation.

You will

• Lead the safe and compliant delivery of the Onshore Cables Package 220kV Transmission Link for Orkney, ensuring alignment with CDM 2015 regulations and SSEN’s Safety Management Systems.
• Manage project execution in line with approved plans, delivering to cost, schedule, and quality targets.
• Oversee commercial aspects including contract negotiation, NEC contract management, and dispute resolution.
• Ensure adherence to SSE’s Large Capital Projects (LCP) governance and best practices.
• Build and lead high-performing teams, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and excellence.

You have

• Demonstrable experience in onshore cable delivery projects, ideally within the transmission, construction, or energy sectors.
• Strong working knowledge of CDM regulations and NEC3/NEC4 contract management.
• Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and deliver complex packages exceeding £10m in value.
• Engineering, construction, or project management qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Excellent planning, cost control, and stakeholder management skills.

Onsite presence is expected during execution phases for 3 days every 2nd week, so a driving licence is required.

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 homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.

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. 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 Stephanie at [e-mail] or 01738 342963 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.