Project Manager

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Thurso

Location

Full-time

Job type

Permanent

Contract type

On-site

Work setup

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In brief

This Civil Project Manager role oversees the delivery of complex infrastructure projects within the energy and power transmission sector. The work involves leading site management teams, driving commercial performance and ensuring all engineering schemes meet safety, quality and contractual requirements.

Best for

Experienced Civil Project Managers with a background in high-voltage transmission or major infrastructure schemes.

Non-negotiable

Proven experience in a Project Manager role within civil engineering.

What you need

Required

  • Project management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Civil engineering

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Infrastructure project delivery

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Commercial awareness

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Team leadership

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Stakeholder management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Relevant qualification

    Clearly required in the listing

Preferred

  • HV transmission experience

    Clearly required in the listing

Your day-to-day

  • Oversee project delivery

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Manage contract programmes

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Lead site management teams

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Resolve operational issues

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Manage project resources

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Oversee commercial performance

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Manage subcontractor performance

    Clearly stated in the job description.

Experience expected

Level

Senior level

Based on what the listing states

Years of experience

Not stated

No clear years requirement found

Evidence from the listing

Experience level

“Leading and managing Site Managers, Assistant Site Managers and Section Managers.”

What's on offer

27 days annual leave
Discretionary annual bonus
Contributory pension scheme
Life assurance
Health screening
Enhanced sick pay
Enhanced maternity pay
Enhanced paternity pay
Full job description (from employer)⌄

Civil Project Manager – Energy & Major Civils Location: Scotland Sector: Energy, Power & Transmission Ready to lead major infrastructure projects? Are you an experienced Civil Project Manager looking for your next challenge in the energy and infrastructure sector? This is an excellent opportunity to take the lead on major civil engineering projects within a significant power transmission and distribution framework, playing a key role in delivering critical infrastructure that will support the UK's energy network for years to come. You'll join a well-established engineering and construction business with extensive expertise in the energy sector, a strong pipeline of work and a commitment to innovation, sustainability and professional development. The Opportunity As Civil Project Manager, you'll take full responsibility for the successful delivery of projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on programme, within budget and in line with contractual requirements. You'll lead site management teams, build strong client relationships and drive operational and commercial performance across complex, multidisciplinary civil engineering projects. Key responsibilities include: Taking overall ownership of project delivery, ensuring safety, quality, programme and budget targets are achieved. Setting and maintaining high standards across projects and site teams. Planning, reviewing and managing contract programmes to ensure timely delivery. Leading and managing Site Managers, Assistant Site Managers and Section Managers. Identifying potential risks and resolving operational issues efficiently. Building strong client relationships and maintaining effective communication with internal and external stakeholders. Ensuring adequate labour, plant, materials and resources are available throughout the project lifecycle. Managing subcontractor performance and ensuring work is delivered to the required standards. Overseeing commercial performance, including cost control, gross margin and key financial targets. What We're Looking For We're keen to speak with Civil Project Managers who have a strong track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects and can combine effective leadership with sound commercial awareness. You'll ideally have: Proven experience in a Project Manager role within civil engineering. Experience delivering high-voltage (HV) transmission and distribution projects or major civil engineering schemes. Experience managing complex, multidisciplinary enhancement projects. A track record of delivering projects safely, on time and within budget. An HNC, HND, NVQ Level 5 or degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience. What's In It For You? You'll benefit from a competitive employment package, excellent long-term career prospects and continued investment in your professional development. Benefits include: 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional two days. Annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service. Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary reviews. Above-market contributory pension scheme. Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, plus a maternity returners' bonus. Additional holiday and a wedding bonus for employees getting married. Subsidised canteen facilities at core locations. Ongoing training and investment in professional development. Retail discounts, cashback offers, discounted gym memberships and a cycle-to-work scheme. Take the Next Step If you're an experienced Civil Project Manager ready to take ownership of major infrastructure projects and progress your career within the energy sector, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this opportunity and discuss your next career move. Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, appli

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