Assistant Project Manager
* Job Number: 555492
* Closing at: Oct 15 2025 - 23:55 BST
Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations – Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness
Salary: £35,200 - £52,800 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available
The role
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.
You will
- Develop, manage and report on significant project budgets.
- Manage multi-disciplinary teams to deliver multiple project outputs to inform key processes such as Design Works, Construction and multi project interface management.
- Demonstrate knowledge of NEC3 and FIDIC Suite of Contracts, with a focus on the Engineering and Construction and Professional Services Contracts.
- Apply 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.
You 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.
Due to the need to travel and be on site you must have a driving licence.
About SSE
SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.
own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.
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. As well as 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 Stephanie at or 01738 342963 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.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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