Project Manager

Contract Scotland

• Attractive senior-level remuneration package + £6,000 per year tax-free working-away allowance
• Company-provided accommodation (all bills included)
• Lead technically challenging new civil engineering projects across Scotland
• Senior role within a well-established, major civil engineering group

Our client is an established civil engineering contractor delivering infrastructure projects across sectors including marine and coastal works, flood defence, highways, bridges, ports and harbours, and public realm. Due to continued growth in Scotland, they are looking to appoint a Project Manager to help establish and lead a regional delivery team.

Marine experience is advantageous but not essential.

You will be responsible for managing projects from planning through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while leading teams effectively in challenging environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the development and construction of civil engineering projects from inception to completion.
• Control programme, cost, risk, and quality throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead and manage project teams and the supply chain to ensure successful delivery.
• Ensure appropriate resources, materials, and plans are in place to avoid delays.
• Report progress accurately to senior leadership.
• Take responsibility for HSEQ compliance, promoting a strong safety culture and continuous improvement.
• Ensure quality is managed and recorded in line with specifications and the Quality Management Plan.

What You Bring

• Significant experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering.
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience delivering complex infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret drawings, contracts, and specifications.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Professional membership (or working towards) with ICE, CIOB, or similar.
• NEBOSH qualification.

Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.