Senior Project Manager

Brandon James; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly regarded multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join their team in Edinburgh. This role involves managing multiple construction and infrastructure schemes, leading project teams, and fostering client relationships. The ideal candidate will be chartered (or working towards it) and have strong project management experience across sectors. A competitive salary of £55,000 - £70,000 awaits the successful candidate along with career development opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing career development opportunities

Exposure to landmark projects

Supportive, high-performing team culture

Chartership support and structured training

Qualifications

• Chartered status (MRICS or equivalent), or working towards it.
• Strong consultancy-side project management experience.
• A track record of delivering multi-sector projects to a high standard.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.
• Confidence managing multiple stakeholders and competing deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project planning, stakeholder engagement, procurement, risk management, and contract administration.
• Lead on setting project governance and developing programmes.
• Chair meetings and coordinate project team inputs.
• Mentor junior staff and support bid activity.

Skills

Chartered status (MRICS or equivalent)

Strong consultancy-side project management experience

A track record of delivering multi-sector projects

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Confidence managing multiple stakeholders

Job description

A highly regarded multidisciplinary consultancy is currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to join its established team based in Edinburgh. Known for delivering complex projects across the UK, US, and the Middle East, the consultancy supports a wide range of public and private sector clients in realising long-term value through their built assets. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven Senior Project Manager looking to take ownership of high-profile projects while working within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Overview

As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a key role in delivering multiple, concurrent construction and infrastructure schemes from inception through to completion. You will be trusted to lead complex assignments, manage project teams, and build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. The consultancy promotes a personalised, hands-on approach - making this an ideal role for a Senior Project Manager who thrives on client engagement, quality delivery, and strategic input.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project planning, stakeholder engagement, procurement, risk management, and contract administration across a variety of sectors.
• Lead on setting project governance, developing programmes, and ensuring that all technical, commercial, and delivery aspects align with client objectives.
• Chair meetings, coordinate project team inputs, and support continuous improvement in project delivery.
• Mentor junior staff, support bid activity, and contribute to the ongoing growth of the business in Scotland.

Qualifications

• Chartered status (MRICS or equivalent), or working towards it
• Strong consultancy-side project management experience
• A track record of delivering multi-sector projects to a high standard
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
• Confidence managing multiple stakeholders and competing deadlines

In Return

• £55,000 - £70,000 (DOE)
• Ongoing career development opportunities
• Exposure to landmark projects across the UK and beyond
• A supportive, high-performing team culture
• Chartership support and structured training