Project Manager

Base Location: West London, Slough, Theale or Reading 

Salary: £49,004 - £57,728 + car/cash allowance + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our team!

As a Project Manager you will support with the successful delivery of SSE's Out of Area Projects.

You will manage the external contractors and associated requirements for work on any connection to the Network. These connections include all voltages and the unmetered contractual connections.

We are looking for someone who is proactive and energetic, seeking to get things done, dealing with a variety of tasks.

You will:

- Incorporate a positive safety culture in everything you do. Making sure all Contractors and Direct Labour are set to work safely.

- Ensure all relevant safety reports are completed and collated on time and that the correct operational safety procedures are being adhered to by everyone.

- Make sure that all jobs are delivered to a high standard in line with SSEN specifications, on budget and within time frame.

- Understand and administer the accepted jobs, track expenditure, raise invoice requests and prompt payment of invoices to contracted parties.

- Project engagement with all levels of both internal and external stakeholders. Working collaboratively with the internal departments to see through projects from the initial enquiry stages to job completion. 

You have:

- Experience of electrical project delivery.

- An HNC in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or relevant experience in a similar role.

- Operational knowledge and understanding of the distribution network up to and including 11kv.

- Health & safety experience and qualifications (e.g.SMSTS).

- An excellent communicator with great stakeholder management skills and an ability to work at all levels of the organisation.

Travel is required and as a result we can only accept applications from candidates that hold a current full UK driving licence.

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 kim.annink@sse.com / 01738 344051 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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