Project Development Manager

SSE plc; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Private healthcare discounts

Wellbeing benefits

Cycle to Work scheme

Family entitlements and leave

Job summary

SSE Thermal is delivering a major pipeline of low carbon infrastructure projects in Ireland, including hydrogen and CCS developments. You will support Senior Project Managers from early development through Final Investment Decision, liaising with a broad range of stakeholders to drive delivery and build robust business cases.

This permanent, full-time role is based in Dublin with a 50% in-office requirement and Flexible First options.

Qualifications

• Experience in large capital infrastructure project development in energy, power, or hydrogen sectors.
• Engineering qualification with knowledge in infrastructure or power generation technologies.
• Experience in developing investment cases, managing risk, and delivering commercially sound outcomes.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior Project Managers in overseeing complex projects from early development through Final Investment Decision (FID).
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support project delivery.
• Provide input in development activities including planning consent, procurement strategies, risk management, and execution planning.
• Contribute to the development of robust project business cases, manage development expenditure (Devex), and secure internal approvals.
• Delivering timely project updates and executive reports, track KPIs, and escalating risks or issues with clear solutions.

Skills

Project development

Risk management

Independent working

Fast-paced environment

Education

Engineering qualification

Job description

Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in our Dublin office.

Salary: €65,300 - €97,900 depending on skills and experience + 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

At SSE Thermal, we're leading the transition to a net zero electricity system by 2035 through the development of innovative, low carbon thermal generation technologies. Our flexible generation fleet plays a vital role in balancing the grid, and we're investing in cutting-edge solutions like hydrogen and post-combustion carbon capture (CCS).

We're looking for a Project Development Manager to support the delivery of a major pipeline of low carbon infrastructure projects. These include large-scale hydrogen and CCS developments - some in collaboration with partner organisations - with investments running into the hundreds of millions of pounds.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of energy, working on technologies critical to decarbonising the power sector.

Some of your other main accountabilities will include;

• Supporting Senior Project Managers in overseeing complex projects from early development through to Final Investment Decision (FID).
• Liaising with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to support project delivery.
• Providing input in the delivery of development activities including planning consent, procurement strategies, risk management, and execution planning.
• Contributing to the development of robust project business cases, manage development expenditure (Devex), and secure internal approvals.
• Delivering timely project updates and executive reports, track KPIs, and escalating risks or issues with clear solutions.

To be successful in this role, we would love you to have;

• Experience in large capital infrastructure project development, ideally in the energy, power, or hydrogen sectors.
• A relevant engineering qualification supported by demonstrable knowledge in infrastructure or power generation technologies.
• Experience in developing investment cases, managing risk, and delivering commercially sound outcomes.
• Confidence working independently, prioritising effectively and delivering results in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

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 Thermal help keep electricity available for millions of people while pioneering low-carbon technologies. From ground-breaking carbon capture and storage projects to plans for what might be the world's first hydrogen-fired power station, we're transforming how flexible power supports a cleaner 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 Pamela Hendry on [e-mail] or 01738 342002 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.