Project Manager

Project Manager

Start Date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00

Location: Blunsdon St Andrew, Wiltshire, GB, SN25 4

Additional Info: Any

End Date: 2026-12-25T23:03:04.27

Base Location

Melksham, Swindon, Thatcham, Cardiff or Reading

Salary

£50,964 - £60,899 + car allowance (see below) and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern

Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

Job Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our team! In this role, you'll support the Regional Team Manager and Out of Area Delivery Manager in delivering SSE Network's Out of Area Projects. You'll manage and coordinate external contractors, overseeing all aspects of connections to the SEPD and SHEPD Networks, across all voltages, including unmetered connections. You'll ensure every project is delivered safely, efficiently, and to regulatory standards, driving performance, maximising value, and ensuring our networks are fit for purpose. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, you'll help shape the future of our network delivery. We're looking for a proactive, hands-on Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys turning plans into action.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of multiple electrical connection projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Drive a strong safety-first culture, ensuring all contractors and direct labour work to SSE's Safety Family standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders from enquiry through to completion.
• Manage project finances, track costs, raise invoices, and oversee payments.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement across project delivery and performance.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in electrical project delivery within the utilities or energy sector.
• HNC (or higher) in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent relevant experience).
• Strong knowledge of health & safety practices (e.g., SMSTS qualification).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at all levels.
• Working knowledge of distribution networks up to 11kV, regulatory standards, and industry codes of practice.
• This role involves travel across various locations to support business needs and a full UK driving licence is required.
• The company will provide access to a vehicle for work-related travel. The company car policy will determine eligibility for a company car or cash allowance, which is not part of the contractual terms.

About SSE

SSE's purpose is to be restless every day until we make electricity clean, affordable and available for all. We develop, build, operate and invest in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition, including transmission and distribution networks, wind farms, hydro-electric power, and thermal generation. We also offer products and services for businesses and customers. Our investment plan will see SSE invest £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure by 2030. SSEN Distribution, part of SSE, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of over 4,200 skilled professionals maintains a reliable electricity supply while investing in flexible networks for a low-carbon future.

Benefits

• Flexible benefits to fit your life
• 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 bike with the Cycle to Work scheme
• Generous family entitlements such as maternity, adoption pay, and paternity leave

Inclusive Workplace

SSE is committed to equal opportunity employment and will make reasonable adjustments to support your application. Please contact ##### / 1 to discuss support options. We foster an open and inclusive environment where all backgrounds can thrive, welcoming applications from underrepresented groups.

• see below) and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family. Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our team! In this role, you'll support the Regional Team Manager and Out of Area Delivery Manager in delivering SSE Network's Out of Area Projects. You'll manage and coordinate external contractors, overseeing all aspects of connections to the SEPD and SHEPD Networks, across all voltages, including unmetered connections. You'll ensure every project is delivered safely, efficiently, and to regulatory standards, driving performance, maximising value, and ensuring our networks are fit for purpose. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, you'll help shape the future of our network delivery. We're looking for a proactive, hands-on Project Manager who
thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys turning plans into action. You will: Lead the delivery of multiple electrical connection projects safely, on time, and within budget. Drive a strong safety-first culture, ensuring all contractors and direct labour work to SSE's Safety Family standards. Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders from enquiry through to completion. Manage project finances, track costs, raise invoices, and oversee payments. Champion innovation and continuous improvement across project delivery and performance. You have: Proven experience in electrical project delivery within the utilities or energy sector. HNC (or higher) in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent relevant experience). Strong knowledge of health & safety practices (e.g., SMSTS qualification). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at all levels. Working knowledge of distribution networks up to 11kV, regulatory standards, and industry codes of practice.
• This role involves travel across various locations to support business needs and a full UK driving licence is required for this position. To enable you to fulfil these responsibilities, as a role requirement, the company will provide access to a vehicle for work-related travel. The requirement will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and if the company car policy criteria are met, there will be an opportunity to join the company car scheme. Provision of a company car or cash allowance does not form part of the contractual terms and conditions of employment for this role. About SSE SSE's purpose is to be restless every day until we make electricity clean, affordable and available for all. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. This includes electricity transmission and distribution networks, onshore and offshore wind farms, hydro-electric power and flexible thermal
generation. We also provide products and services for businesses and other customers. Our investment plan will see SSE invest £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030. SSEN Distribution , part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and technical specialists keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future. 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 ##### / 1 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr