Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations and you'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in the office – Inverness, Aberdeen or Perth
Salary: £35,200- £75,100 + car /car allowance + 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
We have fantastic Project Management opportunities — from Assistant to Project Manager — to join the SSEN Transmission Capital Delivery team and lead projects through their construction phases as part of Scotland’s transition to Net Zero. These projects vary in scale and complexity, typically ranging from £10m to £50m+.
These opportunities will offer the right candidate a leading role in our portfolio of RIIO-T3 Resilience Projects, including Asset Replacement, Site Security and EV charging infrastructure. These roles present a great opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of projects and are open to candidates from a wide range of project delivery backgrounds, particularly those who bring different perspectives and approaches to delivery
You will
- Collaboratively lead SSE project teams and coordinate multiple external contractors to deliver projects safely, on time, on budget and to the required quality.
- Guide and oversee the development and construction phases of large capital projects, ensuring full compliance with governance, standards and regulatory obligations.
- Apply SSE’s Safety Management Systems, best practice and LCP governance throughout all stages of project delivery.
- Build supportive and collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to maintain clear communication and thoughtful, well‑informed decision making.
- For PM roles: support, coach and develop team members, encouraging growth and continuous development.
You have
- A well-developed background in project management, engineering or construction, with solid knowledge of health and safety legislation, including CDM regulations.
- Strong communication and organisational skills, with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style and a proven ability to deliver large or complex projects successfully.
- Contract management experience (NEC3 preferred), with the confidence to support and manage costs, forecasting and integrated project programmes effectively.
- Experience delivering major projects, ideally in electricity transmission, or the ability to transfer and apply your skills from other large-scale environments.
- For PM roles: experience in line management, with the ability to lead, support and nurture individuals within a reporting structure.
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'[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.
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