Project Manager

Contract Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor based in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee a pipeline of high-value projects ranging from £1m to £30m. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring smooth delivery from pre-construction to handover, managing various project aspects including programme, budget, and compliance. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package await the successful candidate.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering construction projects with a main contractor.
• Successful track record delivering projects to time, budget and specification.
• Thorough understanding of HSEQ responsibilities and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing day-to-day delivery of construction projects.
• Leading and motivating site teams while maintaining a robust safety culture.
• Identifying project risks early and implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Managing project scope, tracking progress, and ensuring key milestones are achieved.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and design teams.

Skills

Project planning

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Client management

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

I'm supporting a leading main contractor based in Glasgow as they look to appoint an experienced Project Manager to help deliver a strong pipeline of high-value projects. This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive contractor with a reputation for quality, collaboration, and successful project delivery across Scotland.

The successful candidate will take full ownership of projects ranging anywhere from £1m-£30m, ensuring smooth delivery from pre-construction through to handover. You will get the opportunity to work on new-build, refurbishment, and fit-out projects across a variety of sectors including education, commercial, industrial, leisure, and more.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing day-to-day delivery of construction projects, managing programme, budget, quality and resources
• Leading and motivating site teams while maintaining a robust safety culture
• Identifying project risks early and implementing effective mitigation strategies
• Managing project scope, tracking progress, and ensuring key milestones are achieved
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, design teams and the wider supply chain
• Ensuring high-quality reporting, compliance and project governance throughout

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience delivering construction projects with a main contractor
• A relevant degree or equivalent construction-related qualification
• A successful track record delivering projects to time, budget and specification
• Strong project planning ability and an organised, methodical approach
• A thorough understanding of HSEQ responsibilities and best practice
• Excellent leadership, communication and client-facing skills

This is a great opportunity for a driven construction professional ready to take the next step in their career. You'll be joining a contractor that values its people and invests in long-term development.

A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are available for the successful candidate.

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now!

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