Portfolio Project Manager

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £12.5 billion in low carbon projects over the next 5 years, our SSE Renewables (SSER) business continues to be at the forefront of our growth plans, and our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. We are proud to be playing a critical role in the net zero transition, as we aim to more than treble the net capacity in operation to 13GW and grow renewable energy output five-fold to over 50TWh over the next 10 years.

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible Republic of Ireland with easy access to the projects in your portfolio

Salary: €86,000 - €129,000 depending on skills and experience + performance related bonus + car allowance + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing

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

What is the role?

Reporting to the Head of Development for Ireland, the Portfolio Project Manager (PPM) role is a key and senior role within the Onshore Development and Construction Team of SSE Renewables (SSER).

Some of your main accountabilities will include;

- Progressing a portfolio of projects through development from origination to a Final Investment Decision.

- Supporting SSER's technological diversification agenda with a view of augmenting the baseline onshore wind propositions with complementary and co-located technologies such as solar, BESS and PtX where feasible.

- Leading and managing a team of direct reports and indirect reports; building a motivated, capable, agile, inclusive and diverse team who can adapt to changing market conditions and business requirements.

- Be the first point of contact for Co-development partners, ensuring the smooth running of partnership arrangements.

- Ensuring all development activities are conducted to the best in class safety and environmental standards, whilst championing SSER's safety licence - 'If it's not safe, we don't do it'.

What do I need?

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

Extensive project management experience in the renewables sector and/or in the development of large capital projects, with good understanding of the planning, policy and regulation frameworks in the renewables industry.

- A proven track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing a portfolio of projects concurrently together with line management experience.

- Development experience from origination to Final Investment Decision.

- Knowledge in financial modelling and experience in Due Diligence assessments.

- Excellent stakeholder management experience, both internal and external across varying levels of seniority.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday 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 actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted 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 differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Pamela on 01738 342002.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.