Governance and Change Manager

Governance experience in UK transmission/distribution upgrade projects is advantageous but not essential. Degree qualified in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or equivalent qualifications/experience in project/programme management (e.g. APM, PRINCE2). Proven experience in a Portfolio Delivery environment, preferably similar in scale and complexity to SPT Core Portfolio.

Strong understanding of portfolio reporting, data analysis and dashboard requirements, with the ability to work effectively with PMO Reporting and digital teams. Ability to review and challenge governance and change data within integrated data models, supporting PMO Reporting in the production of portfolio-wide Power BI dashboards. Experience in supporting the implementation of change in complex and dynamic business environments.

Confident and skilled in constructive challenge, with the ability to influence decision-making at all levels of the organisation. Delivery-focused and resilient, capable of managing competing priorities and adapting to continually changing demands within tight deadlines. Experience in influencing and engaging with stakeholders at various organisational levels and external parties.

Ability to make high-level decisions under tight timescales and competing priorities, ensuring alignment with portfolio goals. Proven experience in line management, with strong people management skills, including developing and motivating high-performing teams. Awareness of regulatory impacts on business revenues and reporting requirements.

Minimum Criteria

• Knowledge of NEC4 contracts, including their governance and reporting requirements.
• Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (e.g., Engineering or Project Management) or equivalent relevant experience.
• Advanced proficiency in IT systems, including Microsoft Office Suite and Power BI, with a strong understanding of integrating complex data models from various digital tools (e.g., P6 Primavera, SAP, etc).
• Proven experience in a programme delivery or project planning environment, ideally within large-scale infrastructure or energy projects.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage and motivate stakeholders across all organisational levels.
• Demonstrated people management skills, with experience in leading and developing high-performing teams.

What's in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we'll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%. At ScottishPower, we believe it's the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family's wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action - our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world - today and tomorrow.

That's why our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave
• Holiday Purchase - perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
• Share Schemes
• Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding
• Technology Vouchers - save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
• Electric Vehicle Schemes - to help you transition to green/clean driving
• Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
• Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support
• Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why SP Energy Networks

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make‑up the transmission network - connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It’s a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland’s ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we’re taking it very seriously. We’re investing £10 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy.

With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation. Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve.

It takes all kinds of people to build a large‑scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in. We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy‑related support. If you need support, please reach out to.

Mobility

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.