Project Manager-Property

SSE plc; Perth; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym membership discounts

Online GP and counselling

Cycle to Work scheme

Maternity and adoption pay

Paternity leave

Job summary

Project Manager role at SSE plc focuses on delivering construction projects from design to handover across Scotland and the islands. You will coordinate internal teams and external contractors, shaping briefs with stakeholders across Commercial, Procurement, IT, Telecoms and FM.

The role requires degree-level construction experience and a working towards Prince 2, with strong knowledge of NEC 3 contracts and SHE/CDM compliance.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in a construction related discipline or have substantial experience within a construction project management environment.
• Retain or working towards a recognised project management qualification e.g. Prince 2.
• Demonstrable construction project management skills and experience delivering projects in-line with the RIBA Plan of Work.
• Strong understanding of SHE requirements, including CDM regulations.
• Understanding of construction contract management (NEC 3) and administration.
• Ability to produce timely project progress reports with risk, finance updates, and governance assurances.

Responsibilities

• Deliver multiple projects from design through to handover across Scotland and the islands.
• Coordinate internal teams and external contractors to keep activities on plan.
• Partner with Commercial, Procurement, IT, Telecoms and FM to shape briefs and governance.
• Produce plans, progress reports, financial tracking, and risk/issue logs.
• Collaborate with consultants, engineers, architects and specialists to drive delivery.
• Ensure projects comply with SSE standards, RIBA Plan of Work, health, safety and compliance.

Skills

Project management

Procurement

Cost reporting

Contract management (NEC 3)

Stakeholder liaison

Health and safety compliance

Education

Degree in construction related discipline

Prince 2 certification

Tools

NEC 3 contracts

RIBA Plan of Work

Job description

Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations - Glasgow, Euro central (Glasgow) or Perth.

Salary: £51600- £70000 + car /car allowance - if applicable + 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

Project Manager is responsible for construction project management activity, including project procurement, preparation of cost plans and cost analysis/management, contractual management using NEC 3, project execution and delivery.

You will

• Deliver multiple projects from design through to handover, covering new builds, refurbishments, and maintenance across Scotland and the islands


• Coordinate internal teams and external contractors, ensuring day-to-day activities run smoothly and to plan


• Partner with stakeholders across Commercial, Procurement, IT, Telecoms and FM to shape project briefs and governance documentation


• Produce key project outputs including plans, progress reports, financial tracking, and risk & issue logs


• Work collaboratively with consultants, engineers, architects, and project specialists to drive successful delivery


• Ensure projects align with SSE project management standards, RIBA Plan of Work, and all relevant health, safety and compliance requirements

You have

• Educated to degree level in a construction related discipline or have substantial experience within a construction project management environment.


• Retain or working towards a recognised project management qualification e.g. Prince 2.


• Demonstrable construction project management skills as well as experience in project delivery in-line with the RIBA Plan of Work.


• An excellent understanding of construction related SHE requirements, including CDM regulations.


• Demonstrate an excellent understanding of construction contract management contracts (NEC 3 in particular) and administration of these.


• Ability to produce accurate and timely project progress reports that clearly articulate project progress, risks, issues, mitigation, finance update and provide senior management with the relevant level of assurance in terms of project delivery and governance arrangements.

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030. Over 14,500 brilliant people work together to power change at SSE. Our Human Resources (integrated Services) teams help make sure they're getting and giving their best. They design the people strategies that make SSE a great place to work. And they empower our teams to meet the demands of our business today, and tomorrow.

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 344763 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.