Construction Training Lead

Construction Training Lead
Location: Base location to be confirmed, with regular travel across SP Energy Networks Transmission construction sites across Central & Southern Scotland
Salary from: £55,000 - £75,625 (DOE)
Permanent | Full-time – 37 hours per week
Closing Date: 22nd October 2026
Create a better future, quicker!
At SP Energy Networks, we're investing billions to transform the electricity network that powers homes, businesses and communities across the UK. Within our Transmission business, a £12 billion investment programme is driving some of the largest and most complex infrastructure projects in our history, helping connect renewable energy, strengthen network resilience and support the transition to a cleaner, greener future.
From new substations and transmission network reinforcements to major capital delivery programmes across Scotland, our teams are building the infrastructure needed to meet growing energy demands and enable Net Zero ambitions.
To help deliver this unprecedented programme of work, we're investing in the next generation of construction leaders. We're looking for a passionate and experienced Construction Training Lead to develop future Site Managers, ensuring they have the skills, knowledge and confidence to safely lead complex infrastructure projects across our network.
This is a unique opportunity to combine your construction expertise with your passion for developing people, playing a key role in shaping the workforce that will deliver Scotland's energy future.
What You'll Be Doing
As Construction Training Lead, you'll take ownership of our Trainee Site Manager Development Programme, creating meaningful learning experiences that blend formal training, mentoring and hands-on site exposure.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading and coordinating the delivery of the Trainee Site Manager Development Programme.
Creating and managing individual development plans, incorporating site placements, coaching, technical learning and professional qualifications.
Working closely with Construction Managers and project teams to provide varied learning experiences across major transmission projects, substations, overhead lines and cable schemes.
Coordinating mentors, coaches and placement managers to ensure trainees receive regular feedback and structured development opportunities.
Building strong relationships with professional bodies, learning providers and internal stakeholders to support recognised qualifications and industry best practice.
Monitoring trainee progress and programme milestones, providing support and interventions where required.
Visiting construction sites across Scotland to observe trainees, assess development and gather feedback.
Translating technical standards, lessons learned and business procedures into engaging, practical learning content.
Coordinating onboarding, core training and development activities to address capability gaps.
Maintaining programme records and reporting on progress, risks, completions and future workforce needs.
Continuously enhancing the programme to ensure it remains aligned to business requirements and future industry demands.
What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone who is passionate about developing others and has experience leading or supporting construction activities within a safety-critical environment.
You'll have:
Strong practical experience in site or construction management within electricity transmission, utilities, energy, rail, water or another major infrastructure sector.
A solid understanding of how large-scale construction projects are planned, delivered and safely supervised.
Knowledge of civil, electrical, cable, building or overhead line construction.
Experience coaching, mentoring or developing individuals in the workplace.
The ability to translate technical information into engaging and effective learning experiences.
Excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills.
Strong communication skills and the confidence to influence, challenge and provide constructive feedback.
A sound understanding of health, safety, quality and environmental management within construction environments.
Knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
Experience using digital systems to monitor, measure and report on learning or programme performance.
Desirable Experience & Qualifications
Experience delivering trainee, apprenticeship, graduate or capability development programmes.
Experience working with professional bodies, colleges or training providers, particularly within construction management pathways.
A qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
A recognised coaching, mentoring, teaching, assessing or learning and development qualification.
SMSTS qualification.
First Aid certification and/or relevant utility authorisations.
Minimum Criteria
Proven practical experience in site or construction management within a safety-critical infrastructure environment.
Demonstrable experience coaching, mentoring or developing people.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly throughout Scotland.
This is an opportunity to directly influence the future capability of a business delivering some of the UK's most significant energy infrastructure projects. You'll help develop the next generation of Site Managers who will play a critical role in delivering a multi-billion-pound investment programme, connecting renewable energy, strengthening Scotland's electricity network and supporting the transition to a low-carbon future.
If you're passionate about developing people and want to leave a lasting legacy within a growing organisation at the heart of the energy transition, we'd love to hear from you.
What's in it for you
As well as an attractive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we'll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.
At ScottishPower, we believe it's the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family's wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action -- our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world -- today and tomorrow.
That's why our benefits include:
36 days annual leave
Holiday Purchase - perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
Equity Plans
Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding
Technology Vouchers - save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
Electric Vehicle Schemes - to help you transition to green/clean driving
Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments
Life Assurance (4x salary)
Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing assistance
Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
Why SP Energy Networks
SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world's largest integrated utility companies and a world authority in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network - engaging infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It's a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland's goal to be Net Zero by 2044. And we're taking it very seriously. We're investing £12 billion into our transmission network, directly enabling the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a focus on investing in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.
Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Combined with our values, they bring us into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all types of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you'll fit right in.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments or accommodations in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related assistance. If you need assistance, please reach out to careers@scottishpower.com.
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