Programme Unit Manager – Security

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January 19, 2026 (20 days left to apply) job requisition :
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** Programme Unit Manager
- Security
**** Salary up to £77,000 + bonus, car allowance, private medical & other excellent benefits
**** Location
- Glasgow or Greater Manchester, Liverpool & North Wales
**** Closing date
- Monday 19th of January
***** Help us create a better future, quicker
*** The Programme Unit Manager will lead the delivery of CAPEX programmes focused on 33kV and 132kV electrical infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with security standards and operational excellence. The role also includes managing deliverables within the Renewables estate across England and Wales, supporting the transition to a low-carbon energy system.
** Key Responsibilities**
* ** Programme Delivery:**  + Oversee end-to-end delivery of high-voltage (33kV & 132kV) projects within agreed time frames, budgets, and quality standards  + Ensure alignment with corporate security requirements and regulatory obligations
* ** Stakeholder Management:**  + Engage with internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution  + Provide clear communication and reporting to senior leadership and regulatory bodies
* ** Financial Control:**  + Manage CAPEX budgets effectively, ensuring cost efficiency and accurate forecasting  + Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions where necessary
* ** Risk & Compliance:**  + Identify and mitigate risks related to security, safety, and operational integrity  + Ensure compliance with industry standards, health & safety regulations, and environmental policies
* ** Renewables Integration:**  + Support delivery of projects within renewable energy sites, ensuring compatibility with existing infrastructure  + Drive innovation and sustainability in project design and execution
** Skills & Experience
** Minimum Criteria:
* Proven experience in programme or project management within the energy or utilities sector
* Strong knowledge of high-voltage electrical systems (33kV & 132kV) and associated security standards
* Experience managing CAPEX budgets and delivering large-scale infrastructure projects
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
* Familiarity with renewable energy projects and grid integration
* Strategic thinker with strong leadership skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects across geographically dispersed locations
* Commitment to safety, security, and sustainability

Desirable:
* Professional qualifications such as APM, PRINCE2, or PMP
* Substation authorisation
** 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 Scottish Power, 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 Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
* Payroll giving and charity matched funding
* Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purposes
* Count us in – pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change
* Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
* Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans
* Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments
* Life Assurance (4x salary)
* Access to ‘nudge’ financial wellbeing support
* Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
** Why Scottish Power
** Scottish…