Construction Project Manager - Renewable Energy

Mint Selection; Scotland; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee the delivery of large-scale renewable energy transition projects in Scotland. The role involves managing contractor performance, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and delivering projects on time and within budget while fostering a collaborative workplace. Candidates should have a strong background in project management within the infrastructure sector, particularly in renewable energy.

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering infrastructure projects.
• Strong experience managing NEC contracts and third-party contractors.
• Proficient in project budgeting, planning and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the construction delivery of utility-scale energy projects.
• Manage construction phase risks and ensure contractor compliance.
• Prepare and present accurate progress reports and schedules.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Project Budgeting

Risk Management

Education

Project Management qualification (e.g. APM PMQ)

Recognised Health & Safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH)

Engineering or construction-related degree

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to play a key role in delivering a portfolio of utility-scale generation and energy storage assets, some of which will be the first of their kind.

As a key member of the Project Delivery team, you will lead the delivery of large-scale, Energy Transition projects from pre-construction through to commercial operation. Working directly for the asset owner, you will coordinate all aspects of project delivery with EPC contractors, equipment suppliers, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant execution.

With a committed pipeline and significant capital backing from their investor, this company is scaling its project delivery function. You will primarily manage third-party EPCs, OEMs, and ICPs throughout the full project lifecycle, both in Scotland and more broadly across the UK.

Construction Project Manager responsibilities:

Job Purpose

• Safe delivery of projects aligned with HSE requirements

• On-time and on-budget project completion

• Effective stakeholder engagement and contractor management

• Zero-defect handover and successful transition to O&M

• Accurate and timely project reporting and governance

Construction & Project Oversight

• Lead the construction delivery of one or more utility-scale energy transition projects, overseeing and managing EPC, OEM and ICP contractors on their behalf.

• Ensure projects are delivered in line with NEC contract frameworks, timelines, budget, and agreed specifications.

• Manage construction phase risks, proactively identifying and resolving issues. Ensuring contractor HSE compliance across all construction activities. Promote their safety culture and ensure alignment with CDM and relevant regulations.

• Support tendering and contractor appointment processes, managing contract administration throughout the construction lifecycle. Monitoring project budgets, change control and cost forecasting.

• Act as the key interface between contractors, design teams, grid operators, local councils, and internal departments.

• Ensure efficient information flow and coordination across multidisciplinary project teams. Support internal reporting and stakeholder engagement including investment team liaison.

• Oversee site inspections, quality assurance processes and progress reviews. Prepare and present accurate progress reports, schedule updates and risk registers. Ensure commissioning and performance testing is completed to specification.

Construction Project Manager requirements:

• Proven track record delivering infrastructure projects from pre-construction to commissioning

• Strong experience managing NEC contracts and third-party contractors

• Capable of leading complex, multidisciplinary projects

• Previous client-side experience or a hybrid background (client/contractor)

• Experience working with local councils, DNOs or transmission-connected projects

• Technical understanding of renewable energy systems or major civils/infrastructure

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Competent in project budgeting, planning and risk management

• Recognised Health & Safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH General Certificate, IOSH Managing Safely)

• Project Management qualification (e.g. APM PMQ or equivalent)

• Engineering or construction-related degree or equivalent Level 3+ qualification

• Motivated to attend their Scotland office in person weekly

If this peaks your interest, reach out today to have a confidential discussion and find out more about this opportunity!

Submit your CV or contact Holly Higginson ([e-mail]) to see if this could be the next step in your career.

Construction Project Manager – Renewable Energy

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