Electrical Construction Package Project Manager

SSE plc; Dublin; On-site; EUR 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discount

Gym membership discounts

Online GP

Cycle to Work scheme

Family entitlements (maternity/adoptiv

Job summary

SSE plc is seeking an Electrical Construction Package Project Manager to lead the Electrical Balance of Plant for major onshore wind, solar and BESS projects in Ireland. The role is site based with a base location at Donegal or Mayo and requires travel across Ireland to deliver HV/LV infrastructure safely and on schedule.

You will own the electrical package through construction, testing, commissioning and handover, manage NEC/FIDIC contracts, drive safety and quality, control cost and programme,

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or related field with HV/LV experience.
• Proven track record delivering complex construction packages from planning through handover.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety and environmental requirements in construction.
• Experience with NEC and/or FIDIC contracts and project controls.

Responsibilities

• Own the Electrical Package Delivery: lead planning, coordination and delivery of eBoP work packages.
• Ensure safety and quality across installation, inspection, testing and commissioning.
• Monitor progress against milestones and manage reporting on risk, budget and performance.
• Administer NEC and/or FIDIC contracts and manage contractor performance.
• Collaborate with project teams, contractors, landowners and regulators to achieve outcomes.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Delivery leadership

Safety and quality focus

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering

Construction Management

Project Management

Job description

Base Location: At site in Donegal or County Mayo

Salary: €76,100–€114,100 / £58,100–£87,100 + car/car allowance if applicable + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Site Based

The Role

This is an opportunity to take real ownership of the electrical delivery behind some of Ireland’s next generation of renewable energy infrastructure.

SSE Renewables is expanding its construction capability across Ireland, and we’re looking for an experienced Electrical Construction Package Project Manager (CPPM) to lead the Electrical Balance of Plant (eBoP) package across major Onshore Wind, Solar and Battery Energy Storage (BESS) projects like Drumnahaugh Wind Farm and Mullafarry BESS.

You don’t necessarily need to have built a wind farm before. What matters is that you understand complex electrical construction, HV and LV infrastructure, contractors, programme, commercial risk and, most importantly, how to deliver safely. Your experience could have been gained in renewable energy, utilities, transmission and distribution or another major infrastructure environment.

You’ll take ownership of the electrical package through construction, testing, commissioning and handover, working with contractors, technical specialists and the wider project team to turn plans into safely delivered assets.

It’s a role with accountability, visibility and plenty of opportunity to influence how we deliver projects, not simply monitor them.

You Will

• Own Electrical Package Delivery: Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of eBoP work packages, holding contractors and delivery partners accountable for safety, programme, quality and cost, while playing an active role in wider site delivery.
• Put Safety and Quality First: Champion a strong safety culture across your package, ensuring electrical construction is delivered to the required SSE and industry standards while overseeing installation, inspections, testing and commissioning.
• Keep Delivery Moving: Understand what is happening on site, anticipate issues before they become problems and monitor progress against key milestones. Provide clear reporting across programme, risk, budget and performance and maintain effective project controls and governance.
• Manage the Commercial Detail: Administer NEC and/or FIDIC contracts, manage contractor performance, change and variations, and work collaboratively with commercial colleagues to identify and manage cost, programme and delivery risks.
• Bring People With You: Build productive relationships across project teams, contractors, consultants, landowners, regulatory authorities and local communities. You’ll communicate clearly, challenge when needed and work collaboratively to achieve the right outcome.

You Have

• Strong Electrical Knowledge: A degree, qualification or equivalent practical experience in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline, combined with experience of delivering HV and LV electrical infrastructure.
• Construction Delivery Experience: A track record of taking complex construction packages from planning through execution, commissioning and handover. This could have been developed across renewables, utilities, transmission, distribution or other major infrastructure projects.
• A Safety-First Approach: Strong knowledge of health, safety and environmental requirements within construction environments and the confidence to positively influence safe behaviours across contractors and project teams.
• Commercial Awareness: Experience working with NEC and/or FIDIC contracts, alongside a good understanding of project controls, risk, change and cost management.
• Leadership and Practical Delivery Skills: You’ll be comfortable making decisions, solving problems and building strong working relationships with a wide range of people. As our projects are located across Ireland, regular travel and site-based working will be part of the role, and you’ll need a full, clean driving licence.

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.

SSE Renewables delivers the clean power needed to support the clean energy transition. We lead the way in the development, build, and operation of renewable power assets, including windfarms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 experts helping lead the transition to a clean, reliable electricity system.

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 Andrew Duncan on [e-mail] 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.