Overview
Construction Manager (Civils bias)
Location: Glasgow / Lothian and Borders, Strathclyde, Dumfries and Galloway, Fife, Central belt etc.
Salary up to £73,000 per year, with a strong benefits package and excellent overtime opportunities. We also offer a pension scheme with a company contribution match of up to 10%.
There is clear potential for career progression and development.
37-hour basic week (Full Time / Permanent)
Closing Date: 21/09/2025
Additional enhancements
Overtime opportunities (subject to project and location): Saturday x1.5 hrs, Sunday x2 hrs. Business miles paid at £0.45/m up to 10,000 miles, £0.25 thereafter.
Further education opportunities
Chartered Institute of Builders / MCIOB chartership programmes.
Our purpose
Help us create a better future, quicker. At SP Energy Networks we know that our people are our strongest asset, so we seek individuals whose energy, intelligence and passion help us reach our goals. We promote a safe working environment and support career progression to grow talent within the company.
Role
The Construction Manager has a key role in the SPT business, responsible for managing Construction Management Team resource and outputs during Development, Procurement, Delivery and Closure for major projects.
Responsibilities
* Lead the Development, Procurement (Prequalification / Tendering) and Construction delivery of project scopes from concept to closure within CAPEX guidelines, across multiple projects.
* Direct management and delivery as assigned Principal Contractor to ensure regulatory compliance with Health and Safety Law, CDM 2015, and Environmental Legislation.
* Manage Environmental & Sustainability regulatory requirements via the supply chain to support SP Energy Networks & Iberdrola net zero targets.
* Oversee commercial management and administration of each work package to control CAPEX risk in line with contract terms with external stakeholders.
* Manage regulatory outputs in line with programmed milestones.
* Lead and monitor external stakeholders in line with National Standards and Specifications during design delivery.
* Manage supply, civil, electrical, cable and OHL packages to ensure safety and O&M records are kept for future use.
* Line manage and develop the onsite construction management team through coaching and mentoring.
* Contribute to HR processes for trainee Site Managers and HR procedures.
* Lead Stakeholders Quality Management to ensure budget compliance and asset life-cycle improvements.
What you will bring
Primary proven knowledge and experience in planning and managing civil works, platforms, groundworks, roads, drainage, foundations, earthing, control buildings, and structures within a Transmission substation environment. Strong ability to read civil and structural drawings and conduct inspections and testing. Basic knowledge of Electrical, OHL and Cable packages. Experience in large ducting and multi-disciplinary cabling projects is advantageous. Strong leadership and planning skills with Contract Management experience, including variations and claims. Knowledge of NEC / FIDIC Conditions of Contract. Experience managing multiple projects with external stakeholders and multi-disciplinary teams. Knowledge of SPT assets, specification, design, and maintenance. Understanding of HR processes and line management responsibilities.
Minimum Requirements
* Preferred relevant Engineering Degree or equivalent experience in Construction Management for the Power Sector.
* Excellent IT skills.
* Full UK driving licence
* Current five-day SMSTS qualification
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary reviewed annually, plus extensive benefits. Our pension scheme doubles your contribution up to 10% of salary.
Benefits include:
* 36 days annual leave
* Holiday purchase option
* Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
* Payroll giving and charity matched funding
* Technology vouchers
* Carbon reduction commitments and EV schemes
* Cycle to Work and transport loans
* Dental, private medical, health plan and annual health assessments
* Life Assurance (4x salary)
* Discounts on shopping, leisure, restaurant, gym, travel insurance and more
Why SP Energy Networks
SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, a global leader in energy. We operate transmission networks across Scotland and parts of England, supporting renewable energy growth and Scotland's Net Zero target by 2044. We offer diverse opportunities and a commitment to inclusion and development. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments during recruitment for candidates with disabilities or other needs. If you need support, please contact careers scottishpower.com.
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