Project Manager-Property

Project Manager-Property

• Job Number: 559131
• Closing at: Jul 27 2026 - 23:55 BST

Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations -Portsmouth

Salary: £50,100 - £75,100 + 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

Project Manager is responsible for construction project management activity, including project procurement, preparation of cost plans and cost analysis/management, contractual management using NEC 3, project execution and delivery.

You will

• Deliver multiple projects from design through to handover, covering new builds, refurbishments, and maintenance across Scotland and the islands
• Coordinate internal teams and external contractors, ensuring day-to-day activities run smoothly and to plan
• Partner with stakeholders across Commercial, Procurement, IT, Telecoms and FM to shape project briefs and governance documentation
• Produce key project outputs including plans, progress reports, financial tracking, and risk & issue logs
• Work collaboratively with consultants, engineers, architects, and project specialists to drive successful delivery
• Ensure projects align with SSE project management standards, RIBA Plan of Work, and all relevant health, safety and compliance requirements

You have

• Educated to degree level in a construction related discipline or have substantial experience within a construction project management environment.
• Retain or working towards a recognised project management qualification e.g. Prince 2.
• Demonstrable construction project management skills as well as experience in project delivery in-line with the RIBA Plan of Work.
• An excellent understanding of construction related SHE requirements, including CDM regulations.
• Demonstrate an excellent understanding of construction contract management contracts (NEC 3 in particular) and administration of these.
• Ability to produce accurate and timely project progress reports that clearly articulate project progress, risks, issues, mitigation, finance update and provide senior management with the relevant level of assurance in terms of project delivery and governance arrangements.

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.

Over 14,500 brilliant people work together to power change at SSE. Our Human Resources (integrated Services) teams help make sure they're getting and giving their best. They design the people strategies that make SSE a great place to work. And they empower our teams to meet the demands of our business today, and tomorrow.

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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