Senior Project Manager

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 or on site. Office locations - Aberdeen or Perth.

This role will be supporting one of our substation projects in Angus through the delivery phase and requires a minimum attendance of 3 days per week on site.

Salary: £59,800 - £89,800 depending on skills and experience + car / allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

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

The role

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to join the SSEN Transmission Capital Delivery team and play a pivotal role in delivering the infrastructure that will support Scotland’s transition to Net Zero.

This role sits at the heart of our Pathway to 2030 investment programme, offering the opportunity to lead the construction and delivery of a complex, safety‑critical transmission substation project. https://www.ssen-transmission.co.uk/projects/2030-projects/

You will take ownership of the project through its construction and delivery phases, leading multidisciplinary teams and working closely with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

You will

- Lead SSE project teams and coordinate multiple external contractors to deliver the project safely, on time, on budget and to the required quality.

- Manage 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.

- Develop supportive and collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to maintain clear communication and thoughtful and informed decision making.

- Provide leadership, coaching and direction to team members, supporting performance and professional development.

You have

- A well-developed background in project management, engineering or construction background with solid knowledge of health and safety legislation, including CDM regulations.

- Strong communication and organisational skills, with a collaborative leadership style with a proven ability to deliver large or complex projects successfully.

- Contract management experience (NEC3 preferred), with the confidence to support manage costs, forecasting and integrated project programmes effectively.

- Experience delivering major projects, ideally in electricity transmission, or the ability to adapt and apply skills from other large‑scale project environments.

- Experience in line management, with the ability to lead, nurture and guide individuals within a reporting structure.

- A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to site, typically spending 2–3 days per week on location during active construction periods.

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'connor@sse.com / 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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