Project Manager

PROJECT MANAGER – ENERGY & UTILITIES (SCOTLAND)

Location: Based out of Glasgow or Edinburgh

Project Coverage: Central Belt of Scotland (including surrounding areas)

Package: Competitive salary + car allowance + strong progression opportunities

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver energy and utilities projects across multiple sites in Scotland . The business has significant secured work> and a strong, growing long-term pipeline , offering excellent stability, long-term project exposure, and clear career progression.

Based out of Glasgow or Edinburgh , you will manage multiple concurrent projects within a travelable area across the Central Belt, delivering complex electrical and utility infrastructure works while working closely with DNOs, ICPs, and key stakeholders .

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end project management of various projects , from initiation through to completion
• Management of BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) works
• Coordination with DNOs and ICPs
• Oversight of electrical and utilities works , with civils delivered by specialist teams
• Delivery of:
• Underground cabling
• Battery storage installations
• M&E packages
• Development and management of project plans, programmes, budgets, resources, and risk registers
• Full financial control including cost tracking, forecasting, variations, and invoicing
• Leadership of multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors to maximise efficiency and performance
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
• Monitoring project performance against KPIs and implementing corrective actions where required

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within utilities, energy, or infrastructure environments
• Strong background in electrical works, cabling, substations, BESS, and utility installations
• Previous experience working with DNOs , either directly or as an ICP
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple live projects simultaneously
• Strong commercial and financial management capability
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (PMP, PRINCE2 desirable)
• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline (desirable)
• Full UK driving licence

What We Value

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We work to five core values:

• We care about safety
• We lead with
• We strive to be better every day
• We make a positive impact
• We are one company, united

Our Vision

Our ambition is to be the UK’s leading energy transition and utilities contractor . We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and developing our people to meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving energy and utilities landscape.

Join us and be part of a business delivering critical energy infrastructure — where your expertise will make a real and lasting impact

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