Project Manager (Delivery)
Dumfries/Stranraer
Salary from £45,400 plus excellent benefits
Help us create a better future, quicker
SP Energy Networks (SPEN) are working to achieve network targets set by the Scottish and UK Government as part of our journey to Net Zero. Our focus is on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. SPEN is building a dynamic network to meet the changing demands for electricity and increasingly, renewable electricity – safely, securely and sustainably in the communities we serve.
What you’ll be doing
As a Project Manager (Delivery) within Dumfries District you will be responsible for the efficient delivery and financial management of capital projects including overhead line refurbishment, switchgear and primary plant while adhering to the appropriate safety, regulatory and license obligations for the electricity distribution network.
This will involve working with framework partners to provide robust delivery plans and reporting on key milestones as required.
What you’ll bring
Good knowledge of the regulatory environment including relevant output and incentive mechanisms.
Good contract, commercial and regulatory awareness.
An understanding of network operation, design, and use.
Effective stakeholder and customer service engagement and management.
Ability to manage competing priorities using sound engineering and financial judgement to determine optimal & prioritised solutions.
Good knowledge of key business drivers and business strategy, both for now and in the future.
Ability to devise solutions to problems / challenges.
To be successful, as a minimum you will have to demonstrate:
Engineering/Professional qualification or equivalent experience (including HNC or equivalent)
Proven experience in the delivery & project management of major engineering projects.
Ability to implement, apply and promote CDM and Health & Safety best practice.
Proficient in the use of project management software, Microsoft Projects or similar.
Computer literacy.
A current UK driving licence (Travel required)
What’s in it for you
As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.
At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow.
That’s why our benefits include:
36 days annual leave
Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
Share Schemes
Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding
Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments
Life Assurance (4x salary)
Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support
Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
Why SP Energy Networks
SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network – connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It’s a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland’s ambition to be Net Zero and we’re taking it very seriously. We’re investing over £10 billion into our transmission…