Project Manager Lead

Eden Scott; Scotland; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK renewable energy sector seeks a Lead Project Manager to oversee major electrical infrastructure projects. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and the chance to lead a team while contributing to key projects in the UK's energy transition. Strong candidates will have a track record in managing high-value projects, with opportunities for career growth and development.

Benefits

Strong benefits package

Career progression

Long-term role with secured workload

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex infrastructure projects (£5M-£40M).
• Strong technical knowledge of LV, MV, and HV electrical systems.
• Comfortable leading teams and dealing directly with clients.

Responsibilities

• Leading the planning and execution of electrical infrastructure projects.
• Managing project delivery across all phases-mobilisation, execution, and close-out.
• Acting as main point of contact for clients, consultants, and supply chain partners.

Skills

Project Delivery

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Team Leadership

Technical Knowledge of Electrical Systems

Job description

Lead Project Manager - Electrical Infrastructure (Renewable Energy)
Location: Glasgow (with UK-wide travel as needed)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £85,000 - £95,000 + benefits
Sector: Renewable Energy / Electrical Infrastructure

Opportunity to Lead Major Renewable Energy Projects Across the UK

I'm currently working with a well-established and fast-growing company in the UK renewable energy sector that is looking to appoint a Lead Project Manager. This is a key hire for the business and offers long-term stability with a secured pipeline of projects extending well beyond the next five years.

You'll be responsible for overseeing the delivery of multiple complex electrical infrastructure projects (typically up to £40M in value), while also leading and mentoring a small team of junior Project Managers. This is a high-impact role with clear career progression potential, working at the forefront of the UK's energy transition.

The Role

As Lead Project Manager, you'll take full ownership of your portfolio-managing projects from mobilisation through to completion and handover. You'll coordinate internal teams, engage with clients, and ensure that delivery meets all quality, safety, and commercial targets.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the planning and execution of electrical infrastructure and grid connection projects


• Acting as the main point of contact for clients, consultants, and supply chain partners


• Managing project delivery across all phases-mobilisation, execution, and close-out


• Leading and developing a small team of Project Managers


• Ensuring all work is delivered safely, on time, and within budget


• Regular site visits and travel across the UK as required

What You'll Need

This role suits someone with a strong background in energy, utilities, or electrical infrastructure. You'll need to be confident managing high-value engineering projects, ideally in the renewable or power sector.

Essential:

• Proven experience managing complex infrastructure projects (£5M-£40M)


• Strong technical knowledge of LV, MV, and HV electrical systems (including substations)


• Track record of project delivery in live site environments


• Skilled in risk management, planning, and stakeholder engagement


• Comfortable leading teams and dealing directly with clients


• Willingness to travel across the UK as needed

What's on Offer

• Base salary of £85,000 - £95,000 (depending on experience)


• Strong benefits package


• Long-term role with secured workload and investment


• Career progression in a growing, well-respected business


• Opportunity to play a leading role in delivering the UK's clean energy infrastructure

Interested?

If this sounds like the right move for you, I'd be happy to provide more detail and discuss the opportunity further.

Apply now or feel free to reach out directly for a confidential conversation.