Base Location: You'll be expected to spend at least 50% of your time at our depot in Kyle of Lochalsh or Skye
Salary: £45,452 - £54,311 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The role
We are looking for a Project Manager to join our team within our Connections department. This role will involve the development, refinement and execution of new projects across our operational area. This role will involve projects in the Highlands and Islands area and will include a mixture of working from home and at our offices in Kyle of Lochalsh and Skye.
You will
- Coordinate and prioritise essential project outcomes for multiple projects in the Skye & Kyle of Lochalsh area.
- Guarantee projects are completed within budget, on time, and meet quality standards.
- Assist both our clients and delivery teams to ensure projects run smoothly, along with attending site meetings.
- Enhance profitability and opportunities through outstanding customer service, identifying improvements for collaboration.
- Support delivery managers to implement Safety Management Systems, CDM regulations, best practices, and governance processes as required.
You have
- Experience in creating project schedules, budgets, resource plans to deliver effective and affordable schemes.
- The ability to meet project deadlines, quality, and budget goals, with precise and timely progress and financial reports.
- Competent in the use of Microsoft office software, with extensive experience of using Excel and Project.
- A familiarity with regulated industries, ideally electricity or utilities, however this is not mandatory.
- Proven experience working in project teams adhering to governance processes and knowledge of Construction (Design & Management) Regulations, ensuring compliance with technical requirements and governance standards.
This role involves travel across various locations to support business needs. To enable you to fulfil these responsibilities, as a role requirement, the company will provide access to a vehicle for work-related travel.
The requirement will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and if the company car policy criteria are met, there will be an opportunity to join the company car scheme. Provision of a company car or cash allowance does not form part of the contractual terms and conditions of employment for this role.
A valid driving licence is essential.
About SSE
SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.
SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.
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 [email protected] / 01738 341514 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.
