Project Manager

At SP Energy Networks our focus is on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. Our team 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.

At SP Energy Networks, we know people are central to building a better future, quicker and we are seeking new talent to join our team.

Help us create a better future, quicker 

Role

This new role is an exciting opportunity to work on Eastern Green Link 1 (EGL1) the first east coast HVDC link, a £2.5bn construction project.

The position is responsible to the Interface Manager for developing and coordinating activities on EGL1 associated with Engineering and Project Management as described below. The position will also be working closely with JV partners in the south to ensure interfaces across the EGL1 project are managed holistically.

You will support the team by applying your engineering knowledge and experience to facilitate development of the EGL1 project. This includes engaging effectively with internal and external stakeholders and managing interfaces across the project to facilitate the efficient and timely delivery of the EGL1 project whilst minimising risks to the successful delivery of EGL1.

Key Interfaces include:

• North Converter Station to HVDC Cables
• North Converter Station to HVAC Cables
• Adjacent North AC Substation connections inc. HVAC Cables from Converter Station.
• Marine HVDC Cables
• Marine to Onshore transition HVDC Cables

Associated Transmission Operator (TO) work packages, e.g. provision of telecommunications etc. Interfaces with other neighbouring projects (identifying and tracking interdependencies and conflicts).

What you’ll be doing

Performing all duties with, and promoting internally and externally, a strong emphasis on Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) compliance and ensure the highest standards of SHEQ are maintained.

Manage allocated engineering and project interfaces across assigned EGL1 work packages.

Participating in the engineering development and delivery of the EGL1 project.

Building and developing a broad network of contacts across the EGL1 project, National Grid, JV Partners, contractors and specialist engineering groups.

Facilitate the resolution of interface issues, escalating significant or project-wide concerns to the EGL1 Interface Manager.

Identify engineering, construction, commercial and programme risks associated with project interfaces and support the development of mitigation measures.

Supporting the maintenance of interface registers/schedules, tracking progress of each item and including on the project risk register as appropriate (where not the contractor’s responsibility).

Coordinate engineering information exchange between designers, contractors, consultants, suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Reviewing design outputs and liaising with the wider EGL1 interface team to ensure consistency across defined interface points.

Coordinating delivery of work packages with multiple interfaces and facilitate their delivery to the agreed programme.

Support Design Review Meetings and assurance activities to ensure interface requirements are identified and managed appropriately.

Support the handover of the project to the Operational Teams

What you’ll bring

Degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline or equivalent experience.

Working towards membership of an appropriate professional institution.

Awareness of UK Health and Safety legislation and the specific regulations which apply to engineering and construction projects such as EGL1.

Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Demonstrable experience gained across a range of engineering infrastructure type projects from participating as a member of project teams on complex projects.

Understanding of the engineering processes associated with the development of major strategic infrastructure projects.

Knowledge in one or more of the following areas from 33 kV to 400 kV:

• Switchgear/transformers/transmission and/or distribution electrical system design.
• Delivery of strategic electricity transmission network construction projects.
• Civil design.
• Main plant design.
• Protection and control design.
• Over Headline (OHL) and cable design.
• HVDC systems.

Minimum Criteria 

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Engineering degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience of project delivery within construction or electricity operations.
• Awareness of UK Health and Safety Regulations.
• Experience of commercial impacts of late delivery (e.g. delayed programme/commercial interfaces).
• Communicating effectively across multiple internal and external stakeholder groups.
• Writing clear and concise reports and documents covering technical subjects.

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 by 2044. And we’re taking it very seriously.

We’re investing £10 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy.

With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.

We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to careers@scottishpower.com.

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.

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