Senior Programme Delivery Manager
Sse Plc
Lead delivery of Network Services vision, aligning strategy, risk, finance across SSE units.
23 days ago ago
ÂŁ78,400 - ÂŁ117,600
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
22,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Renewable energy development
Wind farm construction
Hydroelectric generation
Thermal power generation
Carbon capture
Hydrogen solutions
Energy trading
Electricity distribution
Sector Specialisms
Onshore Wind
Offshore Wind
Hydro Power
Flexible Thermal Generation
Solar
Battery Technologies
Electricity Transmission
Electricity Distribution
Role
What you would be doing
strategic planning
network architecture
budget management
risk management
stakeholder engagement
service delivery
- Strategic Planning & Technical Leadership - Provide strategic input into technical roadmaps and business continuity planning, ensuring seamless delivery through operational insight. Maintain oversight of network architecture principles, including IT/OT DMZ segmentation and firewall governance.
- Financial Oversight & Value Realisation - Identify group-level synergies, technology alignment, and supply chain efficiencies. Develop and execute strategies to maximise value for SSE. Monitor and control programme budgets to ensure cost-effective operations and financial accountability, including cost planning for network infrastructure upgrades and platform transitions.
- Risk Management & Governance - Identify and manage network services risks across SSE business units, implementing group-wide mitigation strategies. Oversee programme-level risks related to network management and collaborate with stakeholders to establish governance for critical supply chain partners and assets, ensuring compliance with encryption standards, secure access controls, and physical security.
- Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management - Develop strong relationships with SSE technical, regulatory, procurement, delivery, and operational teams. Collaborate with business units to define network service needs and drive improvements to the operating model and supplier engagement—enhancing efficiency, certainty, and strategic value across services such as LTE, APN, VPN, and fibre.
What you bring
energy
transmission
distribution
it alignment
program management
risk management
- Strong understanding of both regulated and non-regulated energy generation, transmission, and distribution sectors, including current challenges, emerging trends, and future technologies.
- Ability to interpret business processes and align IT services to support organisational goals and strategic outcomes.
- Proven experience in planning and executing complex programmes within technical and infrastructure contexts.
- Awareness of risk management and governance practices within technical delivery environments, ensuring compliance and resilience.
- Capability to assess and shape strategic direction, contributing to long-term planning and transformation initiatives.
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Company
Overview
- SSE is a pioneering force in the energy sector, committed to delivering sustainable energy solutions.
- Founded with a vision to revolutionize the energy landscape, SSE has grown into a major player in both energy generation and infrastructure development.
- With a focus on wind, solar, and other renewable energy sources, SSE has consistently led the way in sustainable energy production.
- The company is known for undertaking large-scale projects, including renewable energy plants and energy transmission networks.
- SSE also plays a significant role in infrastructure development, working across multiple sectors including utilities, transport, and commercial sectors.
- A standout achievement for SSE was the completion of one of the largest offshore wind farms in Europe.
- The company’s dedication to reducing carbon emissions and contributing to the global shift toward clean energy is evident in its portfolio of green projects.
- SSE’s expansion into international markets has further solidified its position as a leader in the renewable energy space.
- We value integrity, responsibility, and a focus on delivering results.
- We work together with a sense of urgency, accountability, and transparency.
- We take pride in being responsible stewards of our customers' needs and resources.
- We have a culture of continuous improvement and value the feedback from all stakeholders.
- We encourage innovation and challenge conventional thinking to drive progress.
- Safety is our top priority and integral to everything we do.
Net Zero 2050
Carbon Neutrality Target
Commitment to achieving net zero emissions by the year 2050.
60% Reduction by 2030
Carbon Intensity Goal
Aims to reduce carbon intensity by 60% from 2020 levels by 2030.
ÂŁ2Billion Invested
Green Energy Investment
Over ÂŁ2 billion has been invested in green energy solutions.
- Plans to significantly increase renewable energy capacity, focusing on offshore wind and low-carbon technologies.
- Targets becoming a leader in the transition to a low-carbon economy, focusing on reducing environmental impact across its operations.
40% Target
Female Leadership Representation
Committed to achieving 40% female representation in senior leadership roles by 2030.
Female Apprentices
Apprenticeship Programs
Initiatives to increase female representation through targeted apprenticeship programs in energy sectors.
- The company actively promotes equal opportunities and diverse talent across all its business functions.
- The company tracks and reports on gender balance across all levels, with a focus on increasing female representation in engineering and technical roles.
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