OHL Project Manager - Capital Delivery
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 21, 2026.
Base Location: Inverness, Fort William, Orkney, Western Isles or Caithness.
Salary: £45,452 - £60,899 depending on skills & experience + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible working options available
The Role?
SSEN Distribution has an exciting opportunity for a Capital Delivery Project Manager within the Highlands Overhead Line (OHL) delivery team. As a Project Manager in this team, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of multiple OHL projects ranging from our foundational compliance work in Whole Circuit Approach (WCA) through to our larger, notifiable projects to strengthen our network for the future captured within our RIIO business plan
You will
- Ensure the safe delivery of projects to programme, cost and the necessary quality, using robust systems to support the project process.
- Lead the delivery of key project programme outputs, managing both internal and external stakeholders and coordinate with departments such as design and engineering, planning, environmental and consents.
- Co-ordinate works appropriately between internal and external delivery partners, ensuring we have the right mix of delivery to provide the most efficient outcomes
- Provide support to both our customer and delivery partners to ensure the projects proceed efficiently, including facilitating and attending site meetings.
- Drive profitability and opportunity through excellent customer service, identifying areas of improvement to work collaboratively with the delivery partners and wider business.
- Apply and adhere to the Safety Management Systems, CDM regulations, best practices and follow governance processes for all projects where required.
You have
- Experience in both people and customer engagement with a proven ability to deliver work safely, on time and within budget.
- A track record of meeting project timelines, quality and cost targets, with accurate and timely reporting of project progress and financial performance
- Experience developing project programmes, cost plans and resource schedules ensuring delivery of practical and cost-effective solutions.
- A working knowledge of a regulated environment, ideally within the electricity or utilities sector. Experience of working on OHL projects, or similar across LV, 11kV and 33kV networks is advantageous but not essential.
- Demonstrable experience delivering projects in line with governance processes, with a strong working knowledge of Construction (Design & Management) Regulations.
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’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 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 technical specialists 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 340954 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.