Lead Development Project Manager

Base location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations and you will be expected to spend 50% of your working week in the office: Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness.

Salary: £68,100 to £102,100 + 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

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Project Manager to play a key role in developing major onshore and offshore electricity transmission projects that will support the transition to net zero and strengthen energy security as part of our Beyond 2030 plan. You will lead project teams to develop large, complex capital projects from early feasibility and option selection through planning, consenting, procurement and preparation for construction, while creating a safe and collaborative environment for multidisciplinary teams and delivery partners.

You will

- Lead multidisciplinary teams, including employees, consultants, contractors and supply chain partners, providing clear direction and encouraging effective collaboration.

- Support your project teams through the development of major onshore and offshore transmission projects from early concept and feasibility through to construction handover.

- Guide teams on site, route and technology option selection for onshore and offshore transmission projects, ensuring the preferred solution is consentable, constructable and deliverable within the agreed budget and programme.

- Oversee project programmes, budgets, risks, opportunities, procurement and governance, ensuring accurate forecasting, informed decisions and clear reporting.

- Manage key internal and external relationships to provide clear updates and escalations as required, while providing visible safety and environmental leadership throughout the project development phases.

You have

- Significant experience leading the development or delivery of large and complex capital projects, ideally within electricity transmission, generation, utilities or another major infrastructure environments.

- In-depth understanding of the project development lifecycle, including feasibility, option selection, design development, planning, consenting, procurement and construction handover.

- Demonstrable experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing several complex project workstreams or projects at the same time.

- Strong commercial and project controls experience, including procurement, contract management (ideally NEC3), budgets, programmes, risk and governance.

- Excellent communication, influencing and decision-making skills, with a strong commitment to health, safety and environmental responsibility. A relevant degree or equivalent professional experience is required; professional membership or a project management qualification would be advantageous.

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to be restless every day until we make electricity clean, affordable and available for all.

We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. This includes electricity transmission and distribution networks, onshore and offshore wind farms, hydro-electric power and flexible thermal generation. We also provide products and services for businesses and other customers.

Our investment plan will see SSE invest £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030.

SSEN Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport electricity 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 power for the future and building the infrastructure needed for a cleaner electricity system 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 Stephanie at [email protected] / 01738 342963 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.