At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead major capital projects from concept to completion, ensuring safety and quality.
- Company: Join SSE, a leader in sustainable energy solutions and infrastructure.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible benefits, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on communities while driving innovative energy projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in delivering capital projects and strong stakeholder management skills.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Base Location: Reading, Manchester, Glasgow
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available
Salary: £42,600 - £64,000 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
The role
We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our Customer Asset Portfolio ICP Delivery Team. In this critical leadership role, you’ll take charge of the largest capital projects in the business, driving them from concept through to completion with strategic oversight, commercial acumen, and a relentless commitment to safety and quality. You’ll lead multi-disciplinary teams and work alongside senior stakeholders, clients, and contractors to bring innovative and sustainable energy solutions to life. From pre-construction planning to seamless project handover, your leadership will ensure each project delivers real value for communities and our business alike.
You will:
- Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex capital projects, ensuring safety, budget, time, and quality targets are met.
- Represent SSE as the senior point of contact for project delivery, interfacing with directors, clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
- Develop and implement construction strategies that reduce risk, maximise value, and support long-term asset performance.
- Champion a strong SHEW (Safety, Health, Environment & Wellbeing) culture across project teams and supply chain partners.
- Mentor and support Trainee Project Managers, helping grow the next generation of delivery leaders within SSE.
You have:
- A track record of delivering capital projects (£2m–£50m) within the energy, utilities, or infrastructure sectors.
- Proven capability in stakeholder management, commercial contracts (NEC3/4), and driving cost and performance outcomes.
- Strong working knowledge of CDM regulations and SHEW compliance within construction environments.
- Industry-recognised project management qualifications (PRINCE2, APM, or equivalent).
- A track record of effective team leadership, contractor management, and collaboration across matrix organisations.
About SSE
SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030. We serve over 1.3 million households and businesses across the UK and Ireland. We help our customers accelerate their net zero ambitions by providing energy and low‑carbon energy solutions. These include EV hubs, solar systems, smart technologies, and heating and cooling networks.
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.
- 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 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.
Project Manager - Icp in Reading employer: SSE Enterprise
SSE is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and growth. With flexible working options and a comprehensive benefits package, including performance-related bonuses and family entitlements, SSE empowers its employees to thrive while contributing to meaningful projects in the energy sector. Located in vibrant cities like Perth and Glasgow, employees enjoy a supportive environment that fosters collaboration and innovation, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking impactful careers.
