Programme and Project Services Graduate Programme
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Worth checking: this could also be SOC 2440 (Business and financial project management professionals), which is on the eligible-occupation list. Ask SSE plc what the duties actually are.
About the role
Start Date: Commencing September 2027
Base Location: Aberdeen, Glasgow, Inverness or Perth
Salary: £35,000 per annum + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family
Working Pattern: Full Time | Flexible First options available
What is the role?
Are you analytical, organised and interested in how major infrastructure projects are successfully planned, controlled and delivered?
As a Programme & Project Services Graduate, you’ll gain experience across areas such as risk, planning and scheduling, reporting, project controls and information management. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals to understand how project information, schedules and risks are managed, helping teams make informed decisions and deliver projects with confidence and control.
Through a range of placements, you’ll build a broad understanding of Programme & Project Services and develop the analytical, organisational and project controls skills needed to progress into a specialist role within the function. The planned graduate pathway includes rotations across Risk, Planning and Information Management.
What We’re Looking For
You’ll have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in a relevant discipline such as Project Management, Business Management, Data Analytics, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or another related subject.
We’re looking for graduates who are excited by the opportunity to develop specialist project services expertise and support the effective delivery of major electricity transmission projects.
You’ll Likely Be Someone Who
Base Location: Aberdeen, Glasgow, Inverness or Perth
Salary: £35,000 per annum + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family
Working Pattern: Full Time | Flexible First options available
What is the role?
Are you analytical, organised and interested in how major infrastructure projects are successfully planned, controlled and delivered?
As a Programme & Project Services Graduate, you’ll gain experience across areas such as risk, planning and scheduling, reporting, project controls and information management. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals to understand how project information, schedules and risks are managed, helping teams make informed decisions and deliver projects with confidence and control.
Through a range of placements, you’ll build a broad understanding of Programme & Project Services and develop the analytical, organisational and project controls skills needed to progress into a specialist role within the function. The planned graduate pathway includes rotations across Risk, Planning and Information Management.
What We’re Looking For
You’ll have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in a relevant discipline such as Project Management, Business Management, Data Analytics, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or another related subject.
We’re looking for graduates who are excited by the opportunity to develop specialist project services expertise and support the effective delivery of major electricity transmission projects.
You’ll Likely Be Someone Who
- Takes an analytical and methodical approach, using information and data to understand problems and support sound decision-making.
- Is organised, pays close attention to detail and can manage changing priorities while maintaining accurate information.
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We’re helping shape the future of electricity.
A role with SSE is an opportunity to build a rewarding career and help deliver the clean power and electricity infrastructure needed across the UK and Ireland.
We're investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030, including major renewable power projects and the networks needed to connect them. From powering homes and businesses to supporting the electrification of transport, our projects are helping shape the future electricity system
We’re accredited by the Living Wage Foundation and hold the Fair Tax Mark. We offer diverse career opportunities across the UK and Ireland, agile working and excellent benefits.
Flexible Benefits To Fit Your Life
Enjoy discounts on gym memberships, discounted retail vouchers, high street shops, private healthcare, Wellbeing benefits like 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. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [email protected] to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
All applications should be submitted online. The closing date for applications is Sunday 1 November 2026.
We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
SSE welcomes applications from all nationalities. Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK before commencing employment. Sponsorship may be available for some roles, subject to UKVI requirements and approval; however, not all graduate roles are eligible for sponsorship
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We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
SSE welcomes applications from all nationalities. Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK before commencing employment. Sponsorship may be available for some roles, subject to UKVI requirements and approval; however, not all graduate roles are eligible for sponsorship
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Where this offer sits in the market
Project support officers (SOC 3543) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~76k in sampleSOC 3543
- Middle half £29,380–42,328
- Median £34,892
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