Senior Project Manager

Jersey Electricity Plc; Inverness; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jersey Electricity Plc is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee diverse electrical network projects across Scotland. The successful candidate will lead project teams, ensuring safe and profitable delivery of electrical power systems, while maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations. Competitive package includes car allowance, pension contributions, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Car/Car allowance

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Pension with up to 8% employer contribution

25 days holiday

Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits

Personal development programs

Qualifications

• Operational knowledge of electrical power distribution systems.
• Site safety passport; experience on CDM sites.
• SSSTS or SMSTS is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Leading multiple project managers and teams for growth.
• Managing execution of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ensuring adherence to health and safety procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Commercial Awareness

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

HNC/Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior Project Manager

Location: Scotland - Central, Northern and Highlands

Type: Permanent

Package: Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits

Summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Project Manager within SSE North Scotland to lead multiple project managers overseeing teams installing and constructing electrical power distribution and transmission systems from 11kV to 132kV. The role focuses on delivering safe, profitable, timely, and high-quality networks that meet customer needs and enhance the company's reputation.

The Senior Project Manager will manage their projects and supervise several Project Managers handling diverse electrical network projects concurrently. These projects include installing ground-mounted and structure-mounted power system components, cable systems, switchgear, transformers, busbars, relay panels, and associated equipment in substations operating at up to 132KV.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading multiple project managers and teams, reporting to the Operations Manager, to build confidence and promote business growth.
• Providing leadership, guidance, and support to project teams and ensuring adherence to all procedures with a focus on health and safety, including undertaking site supervision roles as per CDM regulations.
• Managing the execution of multiple projects simultaneously, overseeing team tasks, and developing direct reports through regular appraisals.
• Controlling resources, including materials, equipment, and labor, for ongoing projects.
• Maintaining good commercial awareness, including completing valuations within scope.
• Ensuring safety and proper maintenance of company property, including PAT and calibration testing.
• Producing as-built records, test results, updated drawings, and project reports.

Qualifications and Experience:

• HNC/Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Operational knowledge of electrical power distribution systems.
• Site safety passport and experience working on CDM sites.
• SSSTS or SMSTS is desirable but not essential.
• Possession of SSE DNO authorization for PTW management or equivalent.

Benefits:

• Car/Car allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicles)
• Pension with up to 8% employer contribution
• 25 days holiday
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program for mental health and legal support
• Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, and Travel Insurance
• Personal development programs

Next Steps:

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful culture. Please inform us if you need accommodations during the application process. We look forward to your application with a full CV and salary expectations.

About Us

Freedom is part of the NG Bailey Group, a leading UK engineering and services business founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3,000 employees. We invest in training and development, working across various sectors to deliver innovative projects using the latest tools and technologies. We value progression and support our employees' development through regular reviews and training.

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