Deputy Project Manager

United Infrastructure Ltd

. Support the Project Manager in overseeing project delivery .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeInverness • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including scope, schedule, cost, and risk management, while effectively communicating with stakeholders and leading project teams. Proficient in delivering multi-million-pound projects within budget and on time, with a strong focus on quality assurance and compliance with safety standards.

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Project ManagementStakeholder ManagementCost EstimationData AnalysisNegotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Project DeliveryProject PlanningBudget ManagementRisk ManagementDocument ControlQuality AssuranceDesign Safety StandardsProgress TrackingKPI SettingContract Models

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganisational AbilitiesProblem-Solving AbilityPersuasion SkillsInitiative

Industry Keywords

Transmission and DistributionNGEDSSENNGETProject SuccessBenefits ManagementOperational HandoverLegal and Ethical Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Project Manager in overseeing project delivery
Manage and support scope, schedule, cost, risk, resourcing, and project design interfaces
Provide clarity and assurance to stakeholders
Oversee project progress across design and construction phases
Align delivery with UI Power T&D and client goals
Review and plan project details
Design activities using existing solutions
Maintain relationships with teams and stakeholders
Negotiate changes with sponsors and customers
Report progress regularly
Manage external suppliers when applicable
Solve project problems
Conduct kick-off meetings and attend client meetings
Draft project documents
Prepare organisation charts and support resourcing and workforce planning and development
Chair meetings and distribute minutes
Track progress and quality
Monitor plans, hours, budgets, and spending
Communicate project information to teams and customers
Review contractor quotes
Keep stakeholders informed and flag issues early
Lead a small project team
Adhere to organisational procedures and safety standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Suitably educated in a relevant technical discipline or equivalent qualifications/equivalent demonstrable experience
Experience developing and delivering multi-million-pound projects safely, on time, and within budget
Experience handling T&D project design and budgets
Proven project delivery skills
Experience in data analysis, stakeholder management, cost estimation, project planning, and project management reporting
Proven persuasion, negotiation, and communication skills
Strong organisational abilities and initiative
Problem-solving ability
Knowledge of business awareness, project success and benefits management, contract models, project initiation and quality assurance, legal and ethical requirements, document control, KPI setting, operational handover, design safety standards, and progress tracking
Experience with NGED, SSEN, NGET, or similar transmission and distribution network operators advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and remote working where relevant
Competitive salary with regular salary reviews
33 days annual leave including public holidays
Generous contributory pension scheme
Private medical cover
Life insurance at 4x base salary
Flexible benefits package
Continued professional development with individually tailored development plans
Global connections with experts around the world
Meaningful and interesting projects in emerging energy sectors