Site Construction manager

SSE plc; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Gym memberships

Cycle to Work scheme

Family entitlements (maternity/patern)

Job summary

SSEN Transmission is seeking a Site Construction Manager to lead the Carnaig 400KV Substation Project from the Inverness/Alness area. You will manage earthworks, civils, earthing and switchgear installation, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery on site with contractors and the SSENT operations team.

Required: substations construction/commissioning experience, NEC contract familiarity, SMSTS qualification, and an engineering/Construction Management background.

Qualifications

• Experience in the construction and commissioning of High Voltage Substations or major infra projects.
• Strong leadership in challenging environments with excellent planning and stakeholder management.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation and CDM regulations in a substation/utility context.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee safe delivery of construction and commissioning activities for the Carnaig 400KV Substation Project.
• Act as SSEN Transmission's primary site representative, managing contractor and subcontractor performance and ensuring quality and schedule adherence.
• Monitor progress, resources and KPIs; support NEC contract administration and supervise inspections, testing, and defect management.

Skills

Substation construction

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

Engineering degree

SMSTS qualification

Tools

NEC contracts

IT tools

Job description

Base Location: Inverness/ Alness offices and Carnaig 400KV Substation project site near Bonnar Bridge/Lairg

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Site-Based Role (5 Days per Week)

Salary: £44,000 - £65,900 depending on experience + car / cash allowance + performance-related bonus + range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

The Role

SSEN Transmission has an opportunity for a Site Construction Manager to support the delivery of the Carnaig Substation Project. The successful candidate will ideally have experience in the construction and commissioning of major transmission substations and will be responsible for leading the construction phase of the project, ensuring works are delivered safely, to the required quality standards, in accordance with programme requirements, and in compliance with all statutory and contractual obligations.

Supporting the project through its pre-construction and construction phases, you will act as SSEN Transmission's key site representative, working closely with contractors, suppliers, project teams, operations personnel and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. You will play a critical role in driving a positive safety culture, maintaining quality standards and ensuring effective coordination of all site activities.

You Will

• Lead and oversee the safe delivery of construction and commissioning activities associated with the Carnaig 400KV Substation Project, including earthworks, civils, buildings, earthing, air-insulated switchgear installation, transformer installation, electrical installation and commissioning works. Workingclosely with the appointed contractors /Sub Contractors and the SSENT operations team to ensure the works are delivered, in a safe and environmentally responsible manner
• Act as SSEN Transmission's primary site representative, managing contractor and subcontractor performance to ensure works are delivered safely, to the required quality standards and in accordance with programme requirements.
• Monitor construction progress, resource levels and key performance indicators (KPIs), supporting NEC contract administration and, where delegated, undertaking NEC Supervisor responsibilities including inspections, quality verification, defect management and assessment of completed works. Maintain accurate project records and reporting, including progress updates, site diaries, testing documentation and photographic evidence, while promoting a positive, collaborative and safety-focused working environment.
• Ensure all site activities comply with statutory requirements, planning consents, SHE legislation, CDM Regulations, project specifications and SSEN Transmission procedures.
• Manage quality assurance processes, including Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), site inspections, defect management and commissioning readiness activities.

You Have

• Experience in the construction and commissioning of High Voltage Substations or other major infrastructure projects of similar scale and complexity. Including Experience managing contractors and subcontractors, delivering complex construction activities safely, efficiently and to programme.
• Strong engineering and construction knowledge, including health and safety legislation and the application of CDM Regulations ideally within a substation construction environment.
• Experience working with NEC contracts, including contractor performance management, quality assurance processes and ideally previous experience undertaking NEC Supervisor responsibilities.
• SMSTS 5- day site management qualification or equivalent and have experience in site management of similarly complex works in construction / utilities / electrical installation & commissioning, and ideally an HND, degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Strong leadership in challenging environments and ability to cope with conflicting demands, You will be capable of challenging others, resolving conflicts and planning site activities. And have excellent planning, communication and stakeholder management skills, with competence in Microsoft Office and construction management/document control systems.

The role requires a full current driving licence due to the requirement to travel to and be on site. During the construction phase you will be expected to be site-based five days per week.

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.

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. But that's not all – 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 shirley-anne.o'[e-mail] / 01738 351976 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.