Contracts Delivery Manager

Contracts Delivery Manager

Base

Location:

New Forest, Swindon, Melksham, Andover, Slough, Petersfield, Basingstoke, Thatcham, Poole, Melksham, Oxford, Reading, West London, Portsmouth, Aldershot, Yeovil or Theale

Salary: £54,952 - £64,738 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern:
Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

• Monitor contractor work to make sure it’s safe, compliant and good quality.
• Handle several projects from start to finish, focusing on safety, quality, cost, timing and process.
• Track daily progress and resources, and keep communication clear with contractors, teams, and stakeholders.
• Keep accurate project records, ensure contractors are trained and authorised, and look after team skills and wellbeing.
• Identify ways to improve, manage budgets efficiently, and take action to boost productivity, cut costs and keep our customers happy.

• Proven experience with 132kV overhead line towers, including hands‑on technical knowledge.
• Strong background in contract partner management and delivering projects on time and to a high standard.
• Good understanding of DNO operations, revenue models, price control frameworks, and regulatory compliance.
• Confident in stakeholder engagement and clear communication at all levels, building trust and collaboration.
• Practical, commercially minded team leader with project delivery experience, IT skills, and the ability to align plans with customer needs.

A valid driving licence is essential.

Work with an equal opportunity employer. SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive.

We will accept applications made online only. Applications will be considered only up until the closing date.