Project Manager
- 549646
- Closing at: Jul 10 2024 at 23:55 BST
About the Role
Base Location: Flexible North of Scotland | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however, need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around the North of Scotland.
Salary: £55,573 - £63,643 + car / car allowance + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
Reporting to the Project Director of Large Capital Delivery for Connections (SHEPD), you'll be managing Large Capital & Connections Projects for the Networks business throughout the North of Scotland.
There are two roles available covering projects either in Shetland or the Caithness area in the North of Scotland. Any applicant must be prepared to travel to one or the other of these areas.
In this role, you will have responsibility for:
- Identifying and forming an appropriate team to execute each specific project.
- Leading and managing a multi-disciplinary project team to achieve key project deliverables during the project construction phase.
- Developing project programmes, costs, resource schedules and relevant plans.
- Ensuring that a practicable and cost-effective scheme is delivered.
- Meeting project timelines, quality and cost parameters.
What do I need?
To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:
- Competent using Microsoft Windows, Outlook and Office applications and a background in Operations/Project Management.
- Experience of developing, managing and reporting on multi million pound project budgets and an understanding of developing a project programme and timescales associated with project delivery and construction activities.
- Be familiar with construction health and safety requirements with a knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and other key relevant Health, Safety and Environmental legislation.
- An operational understanding of electrical networks gained within the Distribution and/or Transmission businesses.
- Experience of the NEC3 Suite of Contracts, with a focus on the Engineering and Construction and Professional Services Contracts.
This role will involve working away from your base location, a full UK driving licence is essential.
About our Business
SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net-zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change, we're looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net-zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger – an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.
What's in it for you?
We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.
As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.
What happens now?
All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.
If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Fiona on / .
Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.
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