Operations Manager - Energy Systems

Base Location : Flexible UK & Ireland | We’re proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however need your base ‘home’ location to be one of our SSE offices or depots around the UK and Ireland. Salary: Competitive + car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing. Working Pattern :Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available The role will focus on bringing legacy building stock into the 21st Century by designing Buildings as an Energy System. Our projects support large buildings, campuses or developments across the UK. You’ll combine a meticulous attention to detail, experience in construction and a passion for people, managing various stakeholders which will require outstanding organisational skills. We are targeting rapid growth in this part of the business, and beginning a transformation process, focussing on non-domestic energy systems. Reporting directly to the Energy System Business Manager, the Operations Manager will be a pivotal role in positioning SSE as a provider of choice. You will be responsible for leading a team of Project Development Mangers in Project Management Excellence – adhering to the industry best standards. Helping to develop new propositions and partnerships with public and private sector organisations across the UK. The role will involve bringing together areas of different expertise and working with internal stakeholders, experts, and external partners to ensure the proposition is developed in line with our customers’ needs and our strategy. The role will be the main client interface through the proposition/bid phase leading contract negotiations to contract close and procurement. You will manage supporting teams to ensure that propositions/bids are delivered on time and positions taken during negotiation are signed off by the business. You will be responsible for achieving internal approvals in line with SSE and business governance processes; ensuring projects meet deadlines, satisfy client’s energy priorities and delivered to budget. Your responsibilities will include: Develop project governance and management with direct reports and central operations teams. Ensure clear briefing and buy-in from senior managers within SSE Energy Customer Solutions, maintaining ongoing sponsorship for projects. Collaborate with colleagues across various business verticals (Distributed Energy, EV, Heat Networks, Business Energy, Energy Customer Solutions, Digital Services) to build and develop client-focused propositions that leverage SSE’s cross-business capabilities. Monitor the market to identify emerging technologies and solutions that SSE can exploit. Incorporate client drivers and market intelligence into all propositions and bids, ensuring successful transition from initial bid to project delivery. What do I need? To be considered for this role, we would love you to have: Lead and manage high-performing project teams across multiple disciplines, ensuring successful project delivery. Proven ability to bring together and manage complex propositions that span multiple areas of expertise. Strong understanding of EU and UK policy frameworks related to heat, energy, carbon, and construction. Experience calculating and assessing commercial opportunities and associated risks. Skilled in resource planning, partner collaboration, and effectively communicating complex projects to internal stakeholders for governance approval. About our Business The race to net zero is intensifying for businesses of all sizes. Sustainable decisions made today can meet customers’ changing needs for tomorrow and bring long-term success for businesses. Part of SSE plc, the UK and Ireland’s largest renewable electricity generator, SSE Energy Solutions is different as all its renewable electricity is sourced from SSE’s own UK wind and hydro assets. In addition to providing gas and electricity to businesses across the UK, SSE Energy Solutions invests in, builds and connects localised flexible infrastructure to drive the long-term performance of energy assets. SSE Energy Solutions works with its customers to deliver financially robust plans to bring flexibility and diversity to their energy infrastructure – the low-carbon solutions they need to succeed in the race to net zero. What’s in it for you? We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site. As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for ‘ Inclusion & Diversity at SSE ‘ to find out more. What happens now? All applications should be made online, and I’ll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome. If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Tristan.holdsworth@sse.com Before commencing your role with SSE, you’ll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check. #LI-TH1 #LI-EES #LI-Hybrid