Project Manager

Penguin Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or allowance

Company pension

Ongoing training and development

Long-term progression opportunities

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking an experienced Asbestos Project Manager to lead a varied portfolio of asbestos projects from Glasgow. This senior role reports to management, supporting operations and guiding technical teams to deliver high standards.

The successful candidate will bring significant asbestos experience, BOHS qualifications (P402/403/404 desirable), and strong leadership with a UK driving licence. Great progression in an established consultancy is on offer.

Qualifications

• Significant experience within the asbestos industry.
• Previous experience in project management, operations, or senior supervision.
• Strong technical understanding of asbestos surveying and analytical services.
• BOHS qualifications such as P402, P403 and P404 are highly desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ambition to take on significant responsibility within a growing business.

Responsibilities

• Deliver asbestos projects across Glasgow and wider Scotland to strict deadlines.
• Act as a senior point of contact, supporting management with operational decisions.
• Coordinate and support asbestos Surveyors, Analysts and technical staff.
• Plan workloads, resources, site attendance and project schedules.
• Maintain strong client relationships and oversee reports for quality standards.
• Manage project performance, deadlines and client expectations.
• Assist with quotations, tenders and business development when needed.
• Mentor junior staff and ensure compliance with HSG guidance and UKAS procedures.

Skills

Asbestos surveying knowledge

Project management

Leadership

Client relationship management

Stakeholder management

Education

BOHS P402/P403/P404 qualifications

Job description

Job Title: Asbestos Project Manager Location: Glasgow

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established asbestos consultancy in their search for an experienced Asbestos Project Manager to join their team in Glasgow.

This is a senior appointment within the business and an excellent opportunity for an experienced asbestos professional looking to step into a second-in-command type of position, working closely with senior management to oversee the day-to-day delivery of projects, support technical teams, and help drive the continued development of the operation.

The successful Asbestos Project Manager will have significant responsibility and autonomy, making this an ideal opportunity for someone looking to progress beyond traditional project management and establish themselves as a key member of the leadership team.

THE ROLE

As an Asbestos Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of a varied portfolio of asbestos projects across Glasgow and the wider Scotland region.

Alongside managing projects, you'll act as a senior point of contact within the business, supporting management with operational decisions, overseeing field-based teams, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring consistently high technical standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Managing asbestos surveying and analytical projects from initial instruction through to completion


• Acting as a key second-in-command within the operation, supporting senior management with the day-to-day running of the business


• Coordinating and supporting Asbestos Surveyors, Analysts, and other technical staff


• Planning workloads, resources, site attendance, and project schedules


• Acting as a senior point of contact for key clients


• Developing and maintaining strong long-term client relationships


• Providing technical guidance and support to field-based teams


• Reviewing reports and project documentation to maintain technical and quality standards


• Managing project performance, resources, deadlines, and client expectations


• Supporting quotations, tenders, and business development activities where required


• Helping develop junior and experienced members of the technical team


• Ensuring projects comply with current asbestos legislation, HSG264, HSG248, HSE guidance, and relevant UKAS procedures

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Significant experience within the asbestos industry


• Previous experience within project management, operations, technical management, or a senior supervisory position


• Strong technical understanding of asbestos surveying and analytical services


• Relevant BOHS qualifications such as P402, P403 and P404 are highly desirable


• Previous experience managing or coordinating asbestos professionals


• Strong leadership and people-management capabilities


• Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills


• Ability to manage multiple projects and operational priorities simultaneously


• Commercial awareness and an understanding of project performance


• Full UK driving licence


• Ambition to take on significant responsibility within a growing business

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• £45,000 - £50,000 salary


• Senior, second-in-command position within the business


• Significant responsibility and autonomy


• Company vehicle or car allowance


• Company pension scheme


• Ongoing training and professional development


• Opportunity to influence the development and performance of the operation


• Excellent long-term progression into more senior management


• Permanent position within an established asbestos consultancy