Location
Aspect House, Blantyre, United Kingdom with occasional site visits within Central Scotland.

Hours
Full Time - Permanent / Hybrid working arrangement

Salary
Up to £75,000 per annum plus a strong benefits package and excellent career progression opportunities.

About the Role
As Project Controls Manager (PCM) at SP Energy Networks, you will be responsible for implementing the Strategic Portfolio’s defined reporting, planning, cost control, risk, baseline and change management processes across a Programme of projects valued at approximately £1 billion. This portfolio includes new overhead lines, substations, and electrical works delivered in collaboration with an EPC supply chain. You will embed project control standards and tools, monitor and control cost, schedule, risk and change, and coordinate integration of project schedules, budgets, risks, and reporting to provide a consolidated Programme-level view. The role involves managing multidisciplinary teams across multiple project locations and supporting full adoption of digital tools such as Power BI, CEMAR, and Primavera P6. You will also contribute to continuous improvement by championing lessons learned and best industry practices, and support governance and regulatory reporting requirements. This is a key position within a £5.4 billion investment programme to upgrade the GB electricity grid, supporting Scotland’s Net Zero ambitions by 2044.

Experience
Extensive experience (10+ years) in large-scale, complex infrastructure or energy EPC projects. Experience with UK transmission/distribution upgrade projects is advantageous but not essential. Proven leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams and driving collaboration across multiple projects and contractors. Familiarity with governance frameworks and practical application in portfolio, programme, and project governance. Experience with NEC4 ECC Options C and E contracts, particularly in project controls, risk, and change management. Strong working knowledge of systems such as Microsoft Office, MSP, P6/OPC, SAP, Autodesk Construction Cloud, CEMAR, and Power BI.

About you
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce high-quality reports, dashboards, and presentations tailored for senior stakeholders. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, challenge, and drive decision-making at all organisational levels. Proactive and adaptable, able to manage dynamic project environments with flexibility and initiative. Committed to promoting a safe working environment and continuous improvement.

Qualifications
Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related fields, or equivalent professional qualifications and experience.