Site Construction Manager

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About the Role

Base Location:Flexible Scotland, however, this role is site based and you will be required to be flexible, attending on-site at locations around Argyll, Central, Highlands and Northeast of Scotland five days per week to cover site management requirements for our project portfolio in these regions.

Salary:£40,600 - £61,000 depending on experience + car / cash allowance + performance-related bonus + range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern:Permanent | Full Time |Site Based Role

What is the Role?

SSEN Transmission has an opportunity for a Site Construction Manager with either an Electrical or Civils background, experienced in the principles of construction and renewal of major transmission substations, thereby ensuring strict adherence to health, safety, environmental and quality standards. The role is to support a variety of projects within our Network regions around Scotland, therefore there is a requirement to be flexible with travelling essential.

The key duties & responsibilities will be:

- Represent the SSEN Transmission business on-site and be the key site-based point of contact, this will also include interfacing with contractors, and key stakeholders at site.

- Ensure all site operations align with statutory, legal, and company's health and safety regulations, alongside Construction (Design and Management) Regulations.

- Collaborate closely with the appointed contractor(s) and the Operations team to ensure the works are delivered to the project programme, in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.

- Monitor compliance with planning consents and SHE legislation, maintain routine reporting and oversight of site performance against set KPIs.

- Develop effective relationships with contractors, suppliers and the community, act as a site leader championing a positive safety culture.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Notable experience in on-site management or supervision working on the construction, maintenance, and commissioning of high voltage substation equipment.

- In-depth understanding of health, safety, and CDM 2015 Regulations, ideally within a high voltage construction setup.

- Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple contractors/subcontractors to adhere to project timelines and budgets effectively.

- Previous experience in quality monitoring through inspection and test plans.

- Strong communication skills with the ability to challenge others along with experience in resolving conflict and planning site activities.

The role requires a full current driving licence due to the requirement to travel to and be on site.

About our Business

At SSEN Transmission , we take immense pride in owning and operating the high-voltage electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to wherever it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're committed to upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future. By developing, building and maintaining a network for net zero, we're creating secure power for generations to come.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for ' Inclusion & Diversity at SSE ' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Shirley-Anne on Shirley-Anne.O'Connor@sse.com /01738 351976.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

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