Senior Project Manager

Orion Group are working with a key client to source an experienced Senior Project Manager with a background in civil engineering to lead the delivery of a flagship Power & Transmission project on the Ise of Skye.

What's the role?
 
The Civil Engineering Project Manager / Senior Project Manager is responsible for the successful planning, delivery, and close-out of civil engineering works on a large multi-million pound Power & Transmission project on the Isle of Skye. The role ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual, technical, and regulatory requirements.
 
 
Key Responsibilities:
Project Delivery & Management
 
Manage civil engineering projects from pre-construction through to completion
Develop and manage project programmes, budgets, and resource plans
Coordinate design, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities
Monitor progress and performance against programme and cost targets
 
Health, Safety & Environmental Management
 
Ensure compliance with statutory legislation including the CDM Regulations and Health & Safety at Work Act, and Company HSEQ policies and procedures
Promote a strong safety culture across all project activities
Identify and manage risk
Ensure environmental and sustainability requirements are met
 
Quality
 
Ensure compliance with Company Quality procedures
Ensure compliance with Client objectives and project specifications
 
Commercial & Contract Management
Identify and manage change
Identify and manage risk
Support the Commercial Team with the following
Managing contracts (commonly NEC, JCT, or bespoke public-sector contracts)
Controlling project costs, cash flow, and forecasting
Managing variations, change control, and risk registers
Valuations, final accounts, and dispute avoidance
 
Stakeholder & Client Management
 
Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, subcontractors, and statutory bodies
Liaise with local authorities, Transport Scotland, utilities, SSE and landowners where required
Chair and attend progress, technical, and commercial meetings
 
Team Leadership
 
Lead and support construction managers, engineers, and project teams
Ensure clear communication of project objectives and expectations
Mentor junior staff and contribute to skills development
 
Reporting & Governance
 
Prepare regular progress, cost, and risk reports, in conjunction with the Commercial Team for senior management and clients
Ensure accurate project documentation and records are maintained
Support audits and governance requirement
 
What we’re looking for:
Essential
 
Proven experience as a Project Manager / Senior Project Manager on civil engineering projects
HNC, HND or Degree Qualification in Civil Engineering
Strong knowledge of civil engineering construction methods
Good understanding of UK construction legislation and H&S requirements
Experience managing programmes, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Ability to read, understand and follow Contracts
Full UK driving licence
 Ability to travel throughout Scotland which will require working away from home for short spells
SMSTS
 
Desirable
 
Experience delivering projects in Scotland or for public-sector clients
Experience of delivering Civil Engineering projects in the Power & Transmission sector
Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts
Experience in stakeholder-heavy environments (local authorities, utilities, Transport Scotland)


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Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.