Project Manager

Base Location: Flexible Scotland | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and these roles are no exception. We will however need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSE offices across Scotland (Inverness/Aberdeen/Perth). 

Salary: £55,200 - £83,000 + car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing. 

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available. 

The role

An excellent opportunity exists for a Project Manager to join the SSEN Transmission Onshore Delivery team, focusing on the Beauly to Peterhead Programme. The role involves management of construction projects associated with electricity transmission infrastructure, with capital values varying from £20 million to over £500 million. More information about these exciting projects can be found here. 

You will:  

• Lead and inspire the SSE team and manage multiple external contractors, to ensure project excellence is achieved and we deliver on our promises. 
• Manage the development and execution of large capital projects, ensure the safe delivery to programme, cost and the necessary quality. 
• Ensure the project adheres to our Safety Management Systems, best practices and the SSE Large Capital Projects (LCP) Governance processes. 
• Foster a culture of safety and collaboration, aligning with the SSE Safety Culture and our core leadership values, creating a space where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. 
  
  

You have: 

• A strong project management, engineering or construction background and understanding of applicable health and safety regulations including CDM regulations 
• Excellent communication and empathetic leadership skills, with a proven track record in supporting teams and guiding them through the successful delivery of large projects. 
• Contractual management experience (NEC3 experience is preferable), with the ability to forecast and control costs as well as develop and manage integrated project programmes. 
• Experience with access works, overhead line, or high voltage underground cable projects is preferred, but major construction management experience in other industries, with a willingness to learn quickly, is also valued.  
  
  

A valid driving licence and a willingness to travel to site 2-3 days a week during the construction phase, appreciating the importance of face-to-face connections when needed. 

 About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

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 on shirley-anne.o'[email protected] / 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.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.