At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex capital projects from concept to completion, ensuring safety and quality.
- Company: Join SSE, a leader in sustainable energy solutions with a focus on community impact.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private healthcare discounts, wellbeing support, and family-friendly policies.
- Other info: Flexible working options and opportunities for career growth within a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in energy solutions while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in delivering capital projects and strong stakeholder management skills.
The predicted salary is between 42600 - 64000 £ per year.
- Base Location: Reading, Manchester, Glasgow
- Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
Salary: £42,600 - £64,000 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Qualifications
- 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.
Benefits
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.
As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive.
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Project Manager - ICP in Glasgow employer: SSE PLC
SSE plc is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee wellbeing and work-life balance, offering flexible working patterns in a dynamic hybrid environment. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees have access to generous benefits and opportunities for growth within the energy sector, making it a rewarding place to advance your career while contributing to impactful energy infrastructure projects.
