Overview

Join to apply for the Trainee Site Construction Manager role at SSEN Transmission.

Base locations include Inverness, Orkney, Shetland, Lewis, Netherton, Peterhead, Perth, Glasgow or Aberdeen. Salary is circa £24,580 per annum plus a range of other benefits; salary upon finishing the trainee programme is circa £33,000 per annum. Working pattern: Permanent | Full Time. Start Date: August 2026.

What is the role?

Our Trainee Site Construction Management programme lasts for three years and combines work-based learning experience and formal training and workshops, including an SVQ in Construction Site Management.

This programme will develop your knowledge and experience to become a Site Manager. On the programme you will organise work on project sites, ensuring tasks are completed safely, on time and within budget. You will liaise with contractors, surveyors and builders to keep projects on track and ensure there are enough staff, machinery and materials to complete the job. You will gain hands-on experience, build a network, and develop a unique skill set to shape your career. You will have the support of the Learning and Development team and a business mentor, and will be assigned a Site Construction Manager (SCM) to help manage day-to-day activities on site.

The programme supports career development into a Site Construction Manager role with responsibility for your own site. SSEN Transmission projects typically appoint a full-time site representative or Site Construction Manager onto each major site, acting as the on-site link between contractors and the project team, including the project manager and operations team. Projects include construction of new or modified transmission assets (132kV and above) such as substations, overhead lines and underground cables, including major civil works and buildings.

What do I need?

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

• Be highly organised and self-driven with the ability to manage your time well.
• Be flexible in your approach to work to maximise your chances of success, and be happy working alone or as part of a team.
• Be comfortable spending some time living away from home while on different learning placements across SSE.
• Hold a full UK Driver's Licence, or be in the process of learning to drive, as there will be a requirement to travel to project sites.

About SSE

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 Transmission owns and operates the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. We are upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.

Flexible Benefits

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits include 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. Generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Equality

We’re an equal opportunity employer and will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure your application and experience with us are positive. Please contact apprenticesandtrainees@sse.com to discuss how we can support you. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and strive to foster an inclusive workplace.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept online applications. We’ll be in touch after the closing date if we are moving your application forward. If offered a role, you’ll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.