Transmission Project Management Graduate (Project Delivery Team)

Project Management Graduate Programme 2026 - Transmission

Start Date: 2-year programme, commencing September 2026

Base Locations: Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness

Salary: circa £34,000 per annum + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing.

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

Degree Disciplines: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Project Management or Construction Management

What is the Role?

As a Project Management Graduate joining SSEN Transmission, you will follow a specialist pathway. Specialists will work with experts in their specialism, gaining exposure within a business area for the duration of their graduate programme with the aim of providing experience that will lead to a substantive post.

SSEN Transmission are currently working on a number of high‑profile transmission projects which are ensuring our transmission network is able to transmit clean renewable energy whilst being safe, efficient, and structurally sound, therefore providing sustainable and reliable energy to all.

About our Teams

Project Delivery

• Manage the successful delivery of transmission projects needed to meet the UK government’s 2030 net zero targets.
• Collaborate with a wider team to plan, execute and monitor projects during the refinement and construction phases.
• Work closely with contractors to deliver projects, with flexibility to work both in the office and on site.
• Develop an understanding of our safety culture and values.

The successful candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or Project Management, and can be based in Perth, Inverness or Aberdeen.

What do I need to join?

• Minimum of a 2:2 bachelor's degree in one of the disciplines listed above.
• Full UK Driver’s Licence, or be in the process of learning to drive, as travel to project sites is required.
• Practical work experience that reflects your passion for the energy sector.
• Demonstrable experience of working in a team.
• Comfortable working to and setting stretching individual targets and using your own initiative to overcome challenges.
• Genuine interest in SSEN Transmission and the prospect of a long‑term future with us.

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

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact graduates@sse.com to discuss how we can support you.

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.

Eligibility note

Due to immigration rule changes in July 2025 to the Skilled Worker route, this role falls below the minimum “New Entrant” salary threshold and therefore does not meet the requirements to allow for sponsorship.

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