About the Role
Base Location: Flexible Scotland | 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 SSEN offices or depots around Scotland.
Salary: £33,500 - £50,300 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
SSEN Transmission has an opportunity for an Assistant Project Manager. Reporting to the HVDC Project Manager, the role is required on the Eastern Green Link 2 (EGL2) project, the UK transmission businesses largest ever infrastructure project. The EGL 2 project comprises the construction of a HVDC converter station in Peterhead, NW Scotland, the construction of a HVDC converter station in Drax, North Yorkshire and an on land and subsea HVDC cable connecting the convert stations with a planned completion date of Dec 2029. This role will be involved in the management of the Peterhead Converter station construction scope.
The Key Duties and Responsibilities Will Be:
- Developing, managing and reporting on significant project budgets.
- Managing multi-disciplinary teams to deliver multiple project outputs to inform key processes such as Design Works, Construction and multi project interface management.
- Knowledge of NEC3 and FIDIC Suite of Contracts, with a focus on the Engineering and Construction and Professional Services Contracts.
- Applying Industry legislation, Health and Safety Legislation and Company policies and procedures, as well as actively managing project risks allocated through the risk management system and dynamic risk management.
What do I need?
To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:
- Some experience in project lifecycle including design phases, with an ability to develop the optimum project solution, deliver to timescales and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and other key relevant Health, Safety and Environmental legislation.
- An understanding of the electrical network within the Transmission business.
- Ideally a background in electrical engineering although not essential.
- Strong communication skills both written and verbally along with capability to represent EGL 2 with outside organisations.
About our Business
At SSEN Transmission, we take immense pride in owning and operating the high-voltage electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to wherever it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're committed to upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future. By developing, building and maintaining a network for net zero, we're creating secure power for generations to come.
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 Stephanie at or on 01738 342963.
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.
