Construction Manager
(will consider Electrical, Cabling and/or Overhead Lines bias)
Location: Glasgow / Lothian and Borders, Strathclyde, Dumfries and Galloway, Fife, Central belt, etc.
Salary: Up to £76,500 per year, with a strong benefits package, excellent overtime opportunities, and our pension scheme with double matching contributions up to 10%.
There are clear paths for career progression and development.
Working hours: 37-hour week
Type: Full Time / Permanent
Flexibility: Flexible / Hybrid options available
Closing Date: 18/05/25
Additional Compensation & Education Benefits
Overtime opportunities (subject to project/location): Saturday at 1.5x, Sunday at 2x; business miles paid at £0.45/mile up to 10,000 miles, then £0.25/mile.
Further education opportunities include CIOB / MCIOB chartership programs.
Our Mission
Help us create a better future, quicker. At Scottish Power, our people are our greatest asset. We value energy, intelligence, and passion to achieve our goals. We foster a safe working environment, encourage idea sharing, and support career growth to develop our talent.
Role Overview
The Construction Manager plays a key role in managing resources and outputs during all project phases—Development, Procurement, Delivery, and Closure—across major projects.
The responsibilities include leading the development, procurement, and construction delivery from concept to closure, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing environmental and sustainability requirements, controlling CAPEX risks, and overseeing all stakeholder interactions.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the management and delivery as Principal Contractor, ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental laws, and regulations.
* Manage environmental and sustainability requirements aligned with net zero targets.
* Oversee commercial management and contractual obligations, including variations and claims.
* Manage all packages related to supply, civil, electrical, cable, and overhead line works, ensuring safety and operational standards.
* Develop, coach, and manage the onsite construction team, including trainee site managers.
* Ensure quality management systems are followed to meet contractual and budget requirements.
Candidate Requirements
* Relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience in construction management within the power sector.
* Excellent IT skills.
* Full UK driving license.
* Current five-day SMSTS qualification.
Benefits
Competitive salary, pension scheme with matched contributions, 36 days annual leave, holiday purchase scheme, share plans, employee discounts, health and wellbeing benefits, and support for sustainable commuting options.
About Us
SP Energy Networks, part of the Iberdrola Group, operates over 4000 km of cables and lines across Scotland, North Wales, and Northwest England, supporting Scotland’s Net Zero ambitions. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and investing in our employees’ growth.
We support candidates with disabilities or special needs during the recruitment process. For support, contact careers@scottishpower.com.
Mobility & Immigration
Applicants outside the country of the vacancy must meet immigration requirements. We will support necessary immigration processes.
Note: The advert closes at 23:59 GMT the day before the job posting end date, 18/05/25.
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