Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; Broughton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company seeks a Project Manager with a mechanical or electrical bias, based in Edinburgh. The role involves overseeing project life cycles in a complex environment, ensuring delivery within budget and client expectations, and managing relationships with stakeholders and contractors.

Benefits

Car/Car Allowance

Private Medical Care

25 Days Holiday + Public Holidays

Qualifications

• Qualified Project Manager with mechanical or electrical background.
• Proven project delivery experience in FM or complex environments.
• Experience managing contracts and commercial budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of minor and major works.
• Supervise on-site teams to ensure quality and safety.
• Drive project planning, financial control, and programme delivery.

Skills

Project Delivery

Stakeholder Management

Health & Safety Legislation Knowledge

Team Leadership

Education

City & Guilds / HNC / HND / NEBOSH / IOSH

Project management qualification (PRINCE2, Agile, etc.)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

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Role: Project Manager (Mechanical or Electrical Bias)

Location: Edinburgh

Hours: Full-Time | Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm (37.5 hours/week)

Salary: 50k-60k per year

Benefits: Car/Car Allowance, Private Medical Care | 25 Days Holiday + Public Holidays

Overview:

We are working with a leading facilities management company to recruit a Project Manager with either a mechanical or electrical bias, to be based full-time on site in Edinburgh.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and deliver a range of life cycle and facilities-based projects within a complex environment, ideal for someone who thrives on managing project delivery, budgets, programmes, and client relationships. You'll play a key role in delivering projects that make a direct impact while working closely with stakeholders and contractors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a portfolio of minor and major works, including full project life cycle oversight
• Supervise on-site teams and subcontractors, ensuring quality, safety, and technical standards are met
• Drive project planning, financial control, and programme delivery
• Facilitate project meetings and lead on client communication and reporting
• Manage compliance with all statutory, health and safety, and CDM regulations
• Provide daily support to the Senior Project Manager to ensure operational success
• Procure equipment, manage plant hire, and oversee technical documentation
• Deliver projects on time, within budget, and in line with client expectations

What We’re Looking For:

• A qualified Project Manager with a mechanical or electrical background
• Proven project delivery experience within FM, construction, healthcare, or complex environments
• Strong knowledge of H&S legislation (CDM, HASAWA)
• Experience managing contractors, commercial budgets, and stakeholder relationships
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Comfortable leading teams, chairing meetings, and communicating at all levels

Qualifications & Experience:

• City & Guilds / HNC / HND / NEBOSH / IOSH
• SMSTS certified
• Project management qualification (PRINCE2, Agile, etc.) or willingness to achieve one
• Experience with Microsoft Project or Primavera
• Knowledge of QA documentation and commissioning processes