At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative projects in Real Time Control Systems and Advanced Energy Management.
- Company: Join SP Energy Networks, a key player in Scotland's energy future.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, generous leave, and health benefits.
- Other info: Diverse opportunities and a commitment to inclusion await you.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on Scotland's Net Zero goals while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management and Real-Time Control Systems is essential.
The predicted salary is between 59200 - 88800 £ per year.
Location: Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh / Glasgow (Scottish Power HQ)
Salary + benefits: £59,200 to £88,800 + up to 15% bonus + Private Medical Insurance
Help us create a better future, quicker. Join SP Energy Networks as a Senior Technical Project Manager and play a vital role in delivering cutting-edge Real Time Control Systems and Advanced Energy Management Systems. You'll provide project management expertise, programme coordination, and technical direction for our Strategy & Development team, working on the delivery of Core Services Layer and REPOWER Centralised systems. This position offers the opportunity to shape innovative R&D projects under regulatory frameworks including SIF, NIA, and Innovation Rollout Mechanism, directly enabling Scotland's goal to reach Net Zero by 2044.
Working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners, you'll ensure third-party supplied technical solutions transition smoothly into operational deployment, making a tangible impact on the future of energy infrastructure.
What you'll be doing
- Take ownership of technical projects from inception through to operational deployment, working within the Advanced Energy Management System Department.
- Create project charters, prepare technical roadmaps, and manage project plans in coordination with technical specialists.
- Guide and motivate both internal and external project teams, ensuring all stakeholders remain engaged throughout the project lifecycle.
- Financial management with oversight of budgets up to £5m using project business systems.
- Prepare essential reporting for PMO and financial reviews, assist in generating investment dossiers, and participate in procurement exercises.
- Develop and negotiate project contracts while maintaining rigorous budgetary control.
- Develop contingency plans, manage change control processes, and ensure technical and quality strategies align with project requirements.
- Coordinate the installation of hardware, software, communication systems, and substation equipment.
- Run retrospectives to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement across all projects.
- Deputise for the AEMS Manager and help develop and implement departmental strategy.
What you'll bring
- Practical experience with Real-Time Control Systems and ADMS Systems, combined with project management expertise in ICT environments.
- A qualification such as PRINCE2, APM, SCRUM Master or equivalent.
- Experience managing complex ICT projects with budgets up to £5m and guiding teams of up to 10 people.
- Technical knowledge spanning ICT systems delivery, including software and platform engineering, along with System Architecture covering Servers, Firewalls, and Routers.
- HND or Degree level qualification and recognised Project/Programme qualifications.
- Experience with financial management systems such as SAP.
- Strong communication abilities with clear written and oral skills in English.
- Proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Proactive and conscientious approach to risk management.
- Ability to manage stakeholders effectively and guide teams through technology-focused projects.
- A full and valid UK driving licence.
- Demonstrate strong safety awareness, professional behaviour, integrity, a positive 'can do' attitude, flexibility, and self-discipline.
What's in it for you
As well as an attractive 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%.
Our benefits include:
- 36 days annual leave
- Holiday Purchase
- Equity Plans
- Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding
- Technology Vouchers
- Electric Vehicle Schemes
- 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 assistance
- 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 presence 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. We're investing >£5.5 billion into our transmission network, directly enabling the rapid growth needed in renewable energy.
Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related accommodations.
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.
IMPORTANT: Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before Job Posting End Date below September-28-2026.
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SP Energy Networks is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at Aspect House in Blantyre, where you can contribute to the UK's journey towards Net Zero. With a strong focus on employee growth, extensive benefits including generous annual leave and pension contributions, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, you'll find meaningful opportunities to advance your career while making a positive impact on the community and environment. Join us in shaping a cleaner, greener future through innovative energy solutions.
