At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage exciting power infrastructure projects across North Scotland, from start to finish.
- Company: Join a leading contractor in the rapidly growing Transmission & Distribution sector.
- Benefits: Enjoy a flexible hybrid working arrangement and a rolling 12-month contract.
- Other info: Immediate start available for the right candidate; great career growth opportunities await!
- Why this job: Make a real impact on vital energy projects while developing your project management skills.
- Qualifications: Strong Project Management experience in the UK Transmission & Distribution sector is essential.
The predicted salary is between 45900 - 56100 £ per year.
Location: North Scotland – Aberdeen / Aberdeenshire / Inverness / Peterhead
Contract: Contract
IR35: Outside IR35
Working Arrangement: Hybrid
The Opportunity
We are working with a major UK power infrastructure contractor delivering multiple projects across the North of Scotland region, predominantly involving underground cabling, civils and distribution substation works. The initial portfolio consists of a number of smaller projects typically valued below £10m, alongside larger schemes entering the pipeline including an upcoming project valued at approximately £20m. The requirement has been created due to increased workload and continued growth across the contractor's Scottish operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage multiple power infrastructure projects across the North of Scotland.
- Take responsibility for projects throughout the construction and delivery lifecycle.
- Manage civils and underground cable packages across distribution infrastructure projects.
- Oversee programme, resource, contractor and project delivery requirements.
- Coordinate activities across project teams, subcontractors, clients and other stakeholders.
- Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with programme and contractual requirements.
- Provide project leadership across site delivery while maintaining visibility across programme, progress and key project risks.
Requirements:
- Strong Project Management experience within the UK Transmission & Distribution sector.
- Previous experience working for a Tier 1 power infrastructure / utilities contractor is highly desirable.
- Strong experience delivering underground cable and associated civils packages.
- Experience delivering projects for SSEN would be particularly relevant.
- Candidates with either a civils or electrical background can be considered, although strong civils / underground cable knowledge is preferred.
Contract Details:
- Rolling 12-month contract opportunity
- Outside IR35
- Flexible working arrangement depending on candidate location
- Start Date: depends on candidates availability, can be an immediate start due to the rapidly increasing project workload
If you would be interested in working for a current leading and rapidly growing contractor in the T&D space, please apply by submitting your CV.
Project Manager employer: Hunter Philips
As an Engineering Manager with us, you will be part of a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to delivering critical infrastructure projects in the UK. We offer a flexible working environment that promotes work-life balance, alongside opportunities for professional growth and development in the high-voltage engineering sector. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the future of power transmission while enjoying the benefits of a supportive and collaborative work culture.
