Senior Project Manager

SSEN Transmission Infrastructure Projects

Highlands & Islands, Scotland

Excellent Salary + Car Allowance + Pension + Private Healthcare + Executive Benefits Package

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Lead Scotland’s Most Significant Energy Infrastructure Projects

EquallyPlaced is proud to be partnering with RJ McLeod (Contractors) Ltd to recruit an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of major SSEN Transmission infrastructure projects across the Highlands & Islands.

This is a rare opportunity to join one of Scotland’s leading civil engineering contractors and take ownership of strategically important projects within a long-term programme of works valued at up to £700 million through to 2035.

As Scotland accelerates towards a net-zero future, major investment is being made in transmission infrastructure, substations, grid reinforcement and renewable energy enabling works. This role offers the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering projects that will shape Scotland’s energy network for generations to come.

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About the Role

Reporting to the Contracts Manager, the Senior Project Manager will provide leadership across multiple projects or major project workstreams, ensuring successful delivery against safety, quality, programme and commercial objectives.

You will be responsible for leading multidisciplinary teams, developing client relationships, overseeing commercial performance and driving operational excellence throughout project delivery.

This role requires a strong leader capable of managing complex infrastructure projects in challenging environments while maintaining the highest standards of project execution.

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of major transmission and infrastructure projects.
• Manage Project Managers, Site Agents, Engineers and project delivery teams.
• Develop and implement project delivery strategies.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.
• Maintain strong client relationships with SSEN Transmission and key stakeholders.
• Oversee project commercial performance, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Lead project risk management and mitigation activities.
• Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements.
• Manage procurement, subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Drive continuous improvement across project teams.
• Support strategic business objectives through successful project delivery.
• Mentor and develop future project leaders within the business.

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What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager or Project Manager delivering major civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities or energy projects.
• Demonstrable experience managing projects valued in excess of £25m+.
• Strong leadership and team management capability.
• Extensive client-facing and stakeholder management experience.
• Excellent commercial awareness and financial management skills.
• Proven experience working under NEC contracts.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Experience delivering transmission, power, utilities or renewable energy infrastructure projects.
• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer, Chartered Construction Manager or equivalent professional accreditation.
• Experience working across geographically diverse or remote project locations.
• SMSTS qualification.

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Why Join RJ McLeod?

RJ McLeod has established itself as one of Scotland’s most respected civil engineering contractors, delivering complex infrastructure and renewable energy projects throughout the UK.

Benefits Include

• Excellent salary package
• Company car or executive car allowance
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• Professional development support
• Long-term project pipeline through to 2035
• Senior leadership opportunities
• Exposure to nationally significant infrastructure projects

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Why the Highlands & Islands?

Working across the Highlands & Islands offers:

• Outstanding quality of life
• Access to some of Scotland’s most spectacular landscapes
• Diverse and complex engineering challenges
• Strong local communities
• Exceptional outdoor lifestyle opportunities
• Long-term career security
• The opportunity to help deliver Scotland’s energy transition

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Diversity & Inclusion

RJ McLeod and EquallyPlaced are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, valued and given equal opportunities to succeed. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or background.

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Apply Today

If you’re an experienced Senior Project Manager looking to lead major infrastructure projects while helping shape Scotland’s energy future, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact

Andy O’Connor
Managing Director – EquallyPlaced

📧 andy@equallyplaced.com
🌐 EquallyPlaced

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Why This Opportunity?

This role offers the opportunity to lead a secured pipeline of major SSEN Transmission projects throughout the Highlands & Islands, with investment extending to 2035 and beyond.

Projects are expected to include transmission infrastructure, substations, grid reinforcement works and renewable energy enabling developments across some of Scotland’s most strategically important locations.

It is an ideal position for a Senior Project Manager seeking executive-level responsibility, long-term project security and the opportunity to leave a lasting legacy on Scotland’s energy infrastructure.

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EquallyPlaced Note

This role offers exceptional long-term career stability with a secured pipeline of transmission infrastructure projects across Shetland valued at approximately £700 million through to 2035, making it one of the most attractive project management opportunities currently available in the Scottish infrastructure sector.