Power Transmission & Distribution Project Manager – Scotland

United Infrastructure Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Company car

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Professional development

EV scheme

Career progression

Job summary

United Infrastructure Ltd in Glasgow is seeking a Project Manager for Power Transmission & Distribution to lead complex infrastructure delivery across Scotland. This permanent full-time role focuses on safety, programme delivery, budgeting and strong client relations within a growing UK energy infrastructure business.

You will report to the Head of Cable Operations (Scotland) and help shape strategic decisions while driving performance and continuous improvement across projects and teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering complex infrastructure or utility projects.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and delivery methodologies.
• Experience managing project budgets, programmes and commercial performance.
• Excellent stakeholder and client management capabilities.
• Demonstrable leadership and team management experience.
• Strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of Power T&D projects from ECI, mobilisation through to completion.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and in line with client expectations.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including engineering, commercial, construction and supply chain partners.
• Develop and maintain project programmes, delivery strategies and resource plans.
• Manage project risks and opportunities to achieve successful outcomes.
• Take ownership of project financial performance including cost control, forecasting and profitability.
• Support contract administration and change management processes.
• Work closely with commercial teams to maximise project value and recover contractual entitlements.
• Contribute to accurate monthly project reporting and business performance reviews.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, key stakeholders, regulatory bodies and delivery partners.
• Act as the primary point of contact for allocated projects.
• Represent United Infrastructure professionally at client meetings, project reviews and industry engagements.
• Support business development opportunities and identify future growth potential.
• Champion a proactive health, safety and wellbeing culture across all projects.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, client requirements and statutory obligations.
• Lead by example in delivering HSEQ excellence and continuous improvement.
• Promote behavioural safety and positive engagement across project teams.
• Provide leadership, coaching and support to project teams.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Support talent development and succession planning within the wider business.
• Contribute actively as a member of the Scotland leadership team.
• Identify opportunities to improve project delivery, operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
• Contribute to business planning and strategic initiatives where required.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Budget management

Communication

Driving licence

Education

Engineering/Construction/PM degree

Job description

United Infrastructure Ltd in Glasgow is seeking a Project Manager for Power Transmission & Distribution to lead complex infrastructure delivery across Scotland. This permanent full-time role focuses on safety, programme delivery, budgeting and strong client relations within a growing UK energy infrastructure business.

You will report to the Head of Cable Operations (Scotland) and help shape strategic decisions while driving performance and continuous improvement across projects and teams.