Project Mananger

North; Renfrew; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Healthcare and wellbeing programmes

Professional development and training 

Flexible working arrangements

Employee assistance programmes

Job summary

North in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead delivery of technology, infrastructure, and service-led projects for customers. You will plan, manage and deliver projects safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The role covers project delivery, site health and safety, commercial management, and risk/stakeholder engagement. You will oversee fire protection and ensure compliance with CDM Regulations 2015, with a focus on clear reporting and

Qualifications

• Experience delivering complex projects in technology, infrastructure or service-led environments.
• Strong understanding of project management governance and best practice.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 and health and safety legislation.
• Experience managing budgets, changes, risks, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Understanding of fire safety and passive fire protection principles.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from initiation through to handover, ensuring successful customer outcomes.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and plans with customers and stakeholders.
• Manage project schedules, resources, budgets, risks, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Oversee passive fire protection and fire stopping requirements following penetration works, maintaining fire compartment integrity.
• Maintain safe, compliant, and productive project sites.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Budgeting

Health & safety

Communication

Leadership

CDM Regulations 2015

MS Project

Multi-disciplinary teams

Education

PRINCE2

PMP

APM PMQ

SMSTS

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Tools

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Glasgow

Salary: Competitive

Type: Permanent

Sector: Public Sector

Job Description

North is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of technology, infrastructure, and service-led projects for our customers. Our solutions range from standalone systems to fully integrated environments that improve connectivity, safety, efficiency, and operational performance.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, managing, and delivering projects safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

• Lead projects from initiation through to handover, ensuring successful customer outcomes.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and plans with customers and stakeholders.
• Manage project schedules, resources, budgets, risks, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Oversee passive fire protection and fire stopping requirements following penetration works, maintaining fire compartment integrity.

Site & Health & Safety Management

• Maintain safe, compliant, and productive project sites.
• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations 2015 and site-specific health and safety requirements.
• Manage risk assessments, method statements, site logistics, temporary works, and regular inspections.

Commercial Management

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, cost control, and cash flow.
• Lead change control and variation processes.
• Manage supplier and subcontractor performance to ensure contractual compliance and project success.

Risk & Stakeholder Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while maximising opportunities.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, local authorities, building control, contractors, and key stakeholders.
• Provide clear project reporting, manage expectations, and resolve issues effectively.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience delivering complex projects within technology, infrastructure, construction, or service-led environments.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, governance, and operational best practice.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015, health & safety legislation, and site management.
• Experience managing budgets, change control, risks, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Understanding of structural considerations, fire compartmentation, and passive fire protection principles.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Proficient with project management tools such as MS Project.
• PRINCE2, PMP, APM PMQ, SMSTS, or NEBOSH qualifications are desirable.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager or similar role, successfully delivering complex projects across technology, infrastructure, construction, or service-led environments.
• Strong understanding of project delivery methodologies, governance, and operational best practice.
• Good technical awareness and the ability to work effectively with subject matter experts, delivery teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Expertise in CDM Regulations 2015 and a strong commitment to health and safety best practices.
• Experience in managing temporary works and site logistics, including compound setup and management.
• Robust commercial acumen with proven experience in cost control, budget management, and variation/change management.
• Proficient in risk and opportunity management.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build rapport, influence stakeholders, and manage client expectations effectively.
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience in managing multi-disciplinary project teams and subcontractors.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project)
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, APM PMQ) are highly desirable.
• Recognised Health & Safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH Construction Certificate, SMSTS) is highly desirable.

Benefits

We offer a competitive remuneration package reflective of the candidate’s skills and experience, along with a range of benefits typical for roles within the IT sector , including:

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Healthcare and wellbeing programmes
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements subject to business needs
• Employee assistance programmes