Project Manager

Apatura; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Enhanced pension scheme

30 days' annual leave

EV salary sacrifice scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance 6x salary

Job summary

Apatura in Edinburgh is seeking a proactive Project Manager to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams on complex energy infrastructure and data centre projects. You will drive planning, permit processes, and supplier management to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, cost control, and experience with project methodologies within energy or construction sectors. Hybrid working and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in project management, ideally within data centres, energy, infrastructure or construction.
• Familiarity with energy infrastructure development or grid connection processes is beneficial.
• An understanding of project management methodologies and best practice.
• Knowledge of the UK electricity sector (e.g. Ofgem, NESO, DNOs/TOs) is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects from early site assessment through consent and readiness for construction.
• Lead feasibility work including site selection, design, and cable routes.
• Support securing land rights and stakeholder engagement.
• Lead planning application processes and manage supporting documentation.
• Work with internal teams and external partners to deliver design and technical outputs.
• Coordinate with grid, power and connection stakeholders to support data centre delivery.
• Track progress, timelines and costs to keep projects on plan.
• Manage suppliers and consultants to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Support financial planning, forecasting and procurement activities.
• Prepare for financial close through technical due diligence and lead project meetings.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Structured project delivery

Multi-priority management

Budget & cost management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

APM certification

Degree in Engineering or Project Management

Job description

We're doing exciting things, with our highly specialist team

At Apatura, we develop projects that power clean energy and a thriving digital world - from battery storage to data centres. It's complex, high-impact work, delivered by a highly capable team who move quickly and care deeply about doing things well.

We're driven by bold ideas, a strong sense of purpose and a willingness to challenge how things are usually done. With a growing pipeline of projects and ambitious plans to expand the business, this role offers the chance to play a key part in supporting Apatura's next stage of growth.

About the role

You'll play a central role in moving projects forward, coordinating across teams and stakeholders to ensure they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the right quality and safety standards.

What you'll do

• Manage projects from early site assessment through to consent and readiness for construction
• Coordinate feasibility work, including site selection, design, and cable routes
• Support securing land rights and engaging with landowners and stakeholders
• Lead on planning application processes and manage supporting documentation
• Work with internal teams and external partners to deliver design and technical outputs
• Coordinate with grid, power and connection stakeholders to support data centre and energy infrastructure delivery
• Track project progress, timelines, and costs, ensuring projects stay on plan
• Manage suppliers and consultants to ensure quality and timely delivery
• Support financial planning, forecasting, and procurement activities
• Manage technical due diligence, preparing for financial close
• Lead project meetings, track actions, and provide regular progress updates

What we're looking for

We're looking for a proactive and collaborative Project Manager who can confidently drive projects forward while working across a wide range of stakeholders.

You'll bring:

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• A structured approach to project delivery, including planning, scheduling, and tracking progress
• The ability to manage multiple priorities, solve problems, and adapt as challenges arise
• Experience managing costs, budgets, and project risks to keep delivery on track
• Confidence in working with internal teams and external partners to achieve high-quality outcomes

Experience and knowledge:

• Previous experience in project management, ideally within data centres, energy, infrastructure or construction
• Familiarity with energy infrastructure development or grid connection processes is beneficial
• An understanding of project management methodologies and best practice
• Knowledge of the UK electricity sector (e.g. Ofgem, NESO, DNOs/TOs) is beneficial but not essential

Qualifications:

• Project management qualification (e.g. APM) is preferred
• Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Engineering, Project Management) is advantageous, but not essential

What we offer

• Private medical care with Bupa (household included)
• Enhanced pension scheme
• 30 days' annual leave including Bank Holidays to start, increasing with length of service, plus additional leave over the Christmas period
• EV salary sacrifice scheme + cycle-to-work scheme
• Access to free, confidential counselling and other wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Programme
• Life assurance scheme at 6x salary

The details

• Full-time, permanent role
• Based in Edinburgh
• Hybrid working (3 days in the office)

Apatura is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe in fostering a workplace where everyone can succeed, regardless of background, gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

We're committed to providing reasonable adjustments during the interview process for candidates with disabilities.

Recruitment Agencies

We work with selected recruitment partners when required and do not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate introductions. Any CVs submitted without prior instruction from our Talent Acquisition team and without a signed terms of business agreement in place will be considered a gift. No fee will be payable should we subsequently hire or engage the candidate through any means.