Project Manager

Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations (Inverness, Aberdeen, Perth) however as the project is based in the North West of Scotland, Inverness would be preferable. The successful candidate will be expected to spend the majority of their time on site to support the delivery of the project.

Salary: £50,100 - £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

As a Project Manager within the SSEN Transmission (SSENT) Offshore team, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of large-scale offshore transmission projects across the north of Scotland. This role is within the Western Isles HVDC Link Project which will provide a new subsea cable connecting renewable power and support the country's drive to a secure and net zero energy future.

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for the safe, timely and cost-effective delivery of the Cable Engineering package for on and offshore electrical infrastructure, with a primary focus on underground cabling and associated installation works.

You will

- Lead the delivery of the underground cable package, ensuring clear scope, effective coordination and successful delivery from design through to handover.

- Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring all works are planned and delivered in line with relevant legislation and high safety standards.

- Manage project schedules, identifying risks and constraints, and driving actions to maintain progress and programme alignment.

- Oversee cost and commercial performance, including budgets, forecasts, variations and contractor payments, ensuring value for money.

- Build and manage effective relationships with contractors, stakeholders and internal teams to coordinate design, consents and construction activities.

You have

- Proven experience delivering civil engineering or infrastructure projects, ideally involving underground cables or linear works.

- Strong understanding of cable installation methods and associated construction activities.

- Good knowledge of UK health and safety requirements, including CDM regulations.

- Experience working with NEC3 (or similar) contracts, including managing change and commercial processes.

- Strong planning, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to drive performance across multiple interfaces.

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 Hannah on Hannah.e.cutajar@sse.com  / 01738 341147 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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