Project Manager

MarkJames ?; Perth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work on a nationally significant infrastructure programme

Exposure to a complex, high-value project environment

Role with impact on the UK’s energy transition

Job summary

MarkJames is looking for an experienced Project Manager to support a major High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) project in Perth, Scotland. This role involves managing a significant civil and building package, focusing on project delivery, contractor performance, and stakeholder management. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in delivering complex infrastructure projects worth over £100m, strong leadership skills, and excellent communication abilities. This is a site-focused role that ensures delivery is safe, timely, and of high quality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering complex infrastructure projects over £100m.
• Strong knowledge of contract management frameworks like NEC3.
• Experience with HVDC, substations, or major infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of major civil/building package within the infrastructure project.
• Manage contractor performance and ensure programme alignment.
• Develop project schedules and monitor performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Contract Management

Risk Management

Job description

Location: Glasgow or Perth (with regular site presence in the Western Isles)

Contract Role | Day Rate DOE

We are supporting a major UK infrastructure organisation delivering a nationally significant energy programme as part of the transition to a low‑carbon future.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of a large‑scale High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) project. This role will focus on the execution of a major civil and building package within a complex, multi‑disciplinary environment.

The Role

Reporting to a Senior Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for the delivery of a significant project package within a large infrastructure programme. This is a site‑focused role, requiring strong leadership, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage multiple interfaces across contractors and stakeholders.

You will play a key role in ensuring delivery is safe, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of a major civil/building package within a large infrastructure project
• Manage contractor performance and ensure alignment with programme objectives
• Take full ownership of contract management, including change control and interface management
• Develop and manage project schedules, ensuring effective execution through all phases
• Drive a strong health and safety culture, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Coordinate across multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, commercial, and delivery functions
• Monitor project performance, risks, and costs, taking proactive action where required
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

About You

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager with a proven track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects in regulated environments.

You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience delivering large‑scale civil or infrastructure projects (£100m+)
• Strong knowledge of contract management frameworks such as NEC3 or similar
• Experience managing contractors and complex project interfaces
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A strong understanding of project governance, controls, and delivery processes
• Experience working on HVDC, substations, or mission‑critical infrastructure
• Background within energy, utilities, or major infrastructure projects

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on a nationally significant infrastructure programme
• Exposure to a complex, high‑value project environment
• A role with real impact on the UK’s energy transition