Project Manager

Scottish Canals; Inverness; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Standby Allowance

Annual leave 224 hours

6 public holidays

Enhanced sick pay

Shopping vouchers

Health cash plan

Pension contribution up to 10%

Job summary

Scottish Canals is hiring a Project Manager within Engineering & Infrastructure to efficiently manage multiple engineering projects while safeguarding canal heritage. The role is permanent, at 35 hours per week, across Glasgow, Falkirk, and Inverness, with a focus on delivering outcomes on time and within budget.

You will lead project lifecycles, coordinate resources, manage budgets, and ensure safety and environmental considerations are integrated throughout delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree (min HND/C) in a relevant engineering or construction discipline.
• CEng (IEng min) or close to Professional Review submission (support will be given to progress attainment).
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts and construction project delivery.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Plan, scope and deliver multiple engineering and infrastructure projects within timescales and budgets.
• Manage project lifecycles including planning, sequencing activities, and tracking milestones.
• Coordinate resources, including staff, contractors, and equipment, to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with contractual, health & safety, and CDM requirements.
• Identify and manage project risks, escalating issues where necessary.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers and partners, maintaining clear communication.
• Ensure environmental, heritage, and sustainability considerations are embedded across all project stages.

Skills

Project management

Contract management

Stakeholder management

NEC contracts

MS Office

Education

HND/degree in engineering

CEng/IEng near Professional Review

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

Scottish Canals are the custodians of the nation’s canal network and surrounding estates. Our vision is to invest in the canal network to generate lasting benefit for people and communities; celebrating their industrial heritage, ensuring they offer quality green and blue spaces for people and communities and contribute to Scotland’s resilience in tackling climate change.

Our success is rooted in valuing the contributions of our entire team - we care, we create, and we collaborate to continue to deliver a whole range of activities and services, from boating, and mooring, paddling, walking and wheeling, to living and playing and improving what the canals have to offer to our visitors and communities. We also work collaboratively with our partners and stakeholders to contribute to a wealthier, fairer, greener and more resilient Scotland.

As an employer we offer a truly unique opportunity to be part of our team, help us realise our vision and contribute to safeguarding our heritage and ensuring our canals flourish now and in the future.

About the Role

Due to increased workloads we currently have exciting opportunities for Project Managers within Engineering & Infrastructure, to join our Engineering teams in Glasgow/Falkirk/Inverness. You will efficiently and safely manage multiple engineering projects, ensuring delivery of agreed outcomes while protecting the heritage and integrity of the canal network.

The role is offered on a permanent basis, working, 35 hours per week.

Primary responsibilities of the role

• Plan, scope and deliver multiple engineering and infrastructure projects, ensuring delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.
• Manage project lifecycles including planning, sequencing activities, and tracking milestones to avoid delays.
• Coordinate resources, including staff, contractors, and equipment, to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with contractual, health & safety, and CDM requirements.
• Identify and manage project risks, escalating issues where necessary.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers and partners, maintaining clear communication throughout delivery.
• Ensure environmental, heritage, and sustainability considerations are embedded across all project stages.

About the Reward

This role offers a progressive starting salary of £42,709 - £46,668 (Band E) plus Standby Allowance.

Scottish Canals offer a generous annual leave entitlement of 224 hours, and 6 public holidays, along with enhanced sick pay, discounted shopping vouchers, a health cash plan, and a contributory pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution.

About You

Qualifications and knowledge required

• Degree (min HND/C) qualified in a relevant engineering or construction discipline.
• CEng (IEng min) or close to Professional Review submission (support will be given to progress attainment)
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts and construction project delivery
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Skills and experience required

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar project management role.
• Proven experience in managing construction contracts, including cost control and contractor performance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines

Qualities & abilities required

• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently.
• Flexible, adaptable, and solutions-focused approach.
• Strong attention to detail and highly numerate mindset.
• Open, honest, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes

Scottish Canals reserve the right to close this vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.