Project Manager - 32078 in Edinburgh

Energy Jobline ZR; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy firm is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the delivery of complex projects. This role involves managing timelines and budgets while collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience in project and contract management, alongside strong skills in financial oversight. The position offers flexibility and generous benefits.

Benefits

Generous pension provision

Flexible working options

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in project and contract management, ideally in engineering or construction.
• Track record of delivering results on challenging projects.
• Strong knowledge of financial management and cost forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Manage the whole-life project delivery process.
• Apply strong commercial acumen in project delivery.
• Coordinate technical teams on challenging projects.

Skills

Project management

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Health and safety competence

Financial management

Education

Degree in a related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion and are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Job Summary

Project Manager – ID 32078

• Grade: Staff Grade 5
• Post Type: Permanent
• Role Type: Programme and Project Management
• Working Pattern: Full Time, Part Time, Part Time/Job Share, Part Time Term Time, Compressed Hours
• Salary Minimum: £43,198
• Closing Date: 27/10/2025, 23:55 hours
• Location: Flexible nationally; expectations of occasional co‑locating in a local hub or delivery partner office
• Security Checks Level: Basic Check

Responsibilities

• Manage the whole‑life project delivery process for client sponsors.
• Apply strong commercial acumen in project, contract, and risk management, ensuring delivery of high‑quality projects to time and budget.
• Work collaboratively with suppliers, client representatives, technical specialists, and other partners to deliver successful outcomes.
• Monitor and forecast expenditure, ensuring compliance with EA guidance.
• Work closely with the Innovation Delivery Group (IDG) and Projects and Programme Delivery teams across the portfolio.
• Coordinate technical teams on technically challenging projects and provide written business cases and reports.
• Support the Environment Agency’s 2025 action plan through innovation and risk management.

Experience / Skills Required

Essential

• Experience in project and contract management, ideally within engineering, construction and/or flood & coastal risk management.
• A degree (or equivalent experience) in a related discipline.
• A track record of delivering results on technically challenging projects through coordination of a technical team.
• Commercial experience including understanding of different procurement approaches and contract management.
• Experience of project financial management and cost forecasting.
• Strong knowledge and experience of Microsoft applications, including Excel and (preferably) Project.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Experience of report writing including business cases.
• Risk Management experience.
• Health and Safety competence.

Desirable

• Working towards chartered membership of a professional body such as ICE, CIWEM or APMP.
• Experience of NEC contracts.
• CDM X63 certification.
• Experience of preparing Scope of Services for appraisal contracts, detailed design commissions and construction contract awards.

Contact and Additional Information

To apply: Use the “Apply” button on the website. This role does NOT qualify for sponsorship. For UK visa and immigration advice, visit gov.uk for professional guidance.

Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement. Our flexible working supports a healthy work/life balance and offers numerous choices to accommodate personal commitments. Excellent training and learning opportunities are available, including personal and professional development.

Interview Schedule

Interviews are due to take place w/c 17 November 2025.

Contact Email

For further information please contact [e-mail].