Housing Project Manager

Housing Project Manager

• 549557

• Closing at: Jul 14 2024 at 23:55 BST

About the Role

Base Location: Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness

Salary: £40,600 - £61,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

We are seeking a dynamic Housing Project Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in implementing our Housing Strategy. This role involves supporting area-based project teams with expert knowledge and guidance about the housing sector and worker accommodation. You will be at the forefront of navigating the complexities of housing supply, demand, and operational planning to support effective accommodation solutions for workers, contributing to our legacy housing commitments.

- Strategic Support: Assist project teams in developing and implementing housing and accommodation strategies that align with our broader organisational goals and local needs.

- Market Analysis: Conduct analysis of local housing markets, identifying trends, gaps, and opportunities related to worker accommodation and permanent housing solutions.

- Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a liaison between SSEN Transmission, our supply chain, local communities, government bodies, housing developers, and other key stakeholders to foster partnerships and collaborative opportunities.

- Site Identification and Assessment: Collaborate with project teams, principal contractors, and local authorities to identify suitable sites and opportunities for temporary accommodation and permanent solutions, assessing feasibility, challenges, and alignment with strategic objectives.

- Reporting and Documentation: Prepare detailed reports and presentations that articulate findings, recommendations, and progress to internal and external stakeholders.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Relevant Experience: In implementing complex housing and/or worker accommodation solutions, ideally within the housing sector, urban planning, real estate development, or a related field.

- Analytical Skills: Proficiency in data analysis and preferably experience using GIS tools for site selection and planning.

- Project Management Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities and the capability to operate both independently and as part of a team.

- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and persuasive reports and presentations.

- Autonomy: Ability to take initiative and utilise internal and external stakeholder networks to create solutions and overcome barriers to strategy deployment.

About our Business

At SSEN Transmission, we take immense pride in owning and operating the high-voltage electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to wherever it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're committed to upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future. By developing, building and maintaining a network for net zero, we're creating secure power for generations to come.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Stephanie at or .

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

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