Senior Survey Manager
* Job Number: 558694
* Closing at: Jun 19 2026 - 23:55 BST
Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations or at site: Aberdeen, Perth, Glasgow whilst other SSER locations can be considered.
Salary: £58,100 - £87,100 + car /car allowance - if applicable + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available
The role
As Senior Survey Manager, you'll play a leading role in delivering marine site investigation activities that support the development of one of the UK's most significant offshore wind projects. Working as part of our Marine Survey Team, you'll manage offshore geophysical and geotechnical surveys from planning through to delivery, helping to reduce project risk and provide the high-quality site data needed for engineering design, consenting, construction and operations.
You'll work closely with internal and external stakeholders, contractors and technical specialists to ensure surveys are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards in challenging offshore environments.
You will
* Lead the planning, procurement and delivery of offshore geophysical and geotechnical surveys to support all phases of offshore wind development.
* Manage multiple survey contracts, budgets and schedules, ensuring activities are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with project requirements.
* Provide technical oversight of ground investigations, laboratory testing programmes and geological ground model development.
* Review and challenge technical outputs from consultants and contractors, including desk studies, factual reports, interpretative reports and survey deliverables.
* Support continuous improvement across the Marine Survey Team by developing processes, sharing knowledge and helping to implement best practice.
You have
* A degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Geophysics or a related discipline, with strong technical knowledge of offshore site investigations.
* Significant experience managing offshore geotechnical and geophysical surveys, ideally within offshore wind, marine infrastructure or a related sector.
* Experience overseeing offshore ground investigations and laboratory testing programmes, including interpretation of survey and geotechnical data.
* Strong understanding of offshore survey standards, permitting requirements, geohazards and risk management.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and contractor organisations.
A level of travel will be required; therefore, you should have a full and valid driving license.
About SSE
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.
delivers the green energy the world needs today and tomorrow. We lead the way in the development, build, and operation of renewable power assets, including windfarms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 energy experts powering the transition to a net zero 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. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
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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