OTN Project Manager

Base Location

You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations Perth, Glasgow, Dundee or Aberdeen.

£61,620 - £72,592 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The Distribution Control Room North is responsible for the project delivery, design, installation, testing and commissioning of operational industrial control systems and operational communications that SSEN use to operate our primary assets across multiple locations throughout the Scottish Hydro Electric Power Distribution (SHEPD) licensed area.

As the Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing and delivering a range of complex operational communications, and OT field systems projects. You will lead project teams, develop project plans, and ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standards of quality throughout the ED2 price control period.

• Lead project teams to deliver the ED2 project portfolio in order to meet strategic needs and operational efficiency.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets in conjunction with senior stakeholders ensuring that projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Monitor and control project progress, taking corrective action where necessary to keep projects on track.
• Manage project budgets, including tracking costs and managing financial risks.
• Manage stakeholder relationships, including suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
• Identify and manage project risks, including developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies.

• A degree level (or equivalent experience) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering or another related discipline.
• Previous industry experience and an understanding of governance applied to safety‑critical engineering processes, risk assessment and mitigation processes.
• Demonstratable experience in project management, preferably with Project Management qualifications such as APM PMQ or equivalent.
• Experience leading and managing complex projects with a proven track record of success and excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels along with strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire project teams.
• Familiarity with the UK electrical utilities sector and regulatory environment with a knowledge of Protection, Real Time Systems and Operational Technology.

This role involves travel across various locations to support business needs. 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. A valid driving licence is essential.

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.

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 energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

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…