Senior Project Manager

Randstad Construction and Property; Fort Augustus; On-site; GBP 103,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Construction and Property is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead civil infrastructure and access road packages on a major SSEN project in the UK. You will integrate HV tower construction with cabling streams, manage a multidisciplinary team, and drive safe, on-time delivery.

The role requires a decade of civil engineering experience, NEC/FIDIC contract familiarity, and a strong safety culture. This is a full-time contract-based role with an ASAP start and a 26/02/2027 end date.

Qualifications

• HNC, HNC, or Degree level qualification in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 10 years of professional civil engineering experience, with a heavy emphasis on linear transportation, access roads, or heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Valid CSCS Manager's Card (Black Card).
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary site teams, manage complex client interfaces, authorise RAMS/ITPs, and navigate NEC/FIDIC contract frameworks.
• A results-driven leader who embraces continuous improvement, brings a focus on operational excellence, and works collaboratively under dynamic project conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the construction delivery of all civil infrastructure and access road packages from mobilisation to handover.
• Coordinate design outputs from external Design Partners to ensure technical accuracy and constructability.
• Manage direct reports, including Project & Construction Managers, Works Managers, Health & Safety, Environmental, Engineering, and Quality Managers.
• Lead and mentor team members, driving high standards of project control, record-keeping, and zero-defect delivery.
• Support the Construction Director in aligning civil works with HV tower installation and cabling delivery schedules.
• Champion a strong safety culture, ensuring strict compliance with SSHEQ regulations, carrying out regular hazard assessments, and promoting zero tolerance for unsafe behaviours.
• Proactively manage site environmental controls to eliminate or minimise ecological impact.
• Lead the team in developing robust construction methodologies, SSHEQ procedures, RAMS & Method Statements (RAMS), and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Mobilise and manage essential project resources (labour, plant, materials, and subcontractors) efficiently.
• Act as the primary technical interface with external client stakeholders, including Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN).
• Manage contract requirements, identify variations/change, and actively participate in on-site change control and risk reduction meetings alongside the Commercial Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Civil infrastructure

Client interfaces

RAMS/ITPs approval

Education

Civil Engineering Degree/HNC

Tools

NEC/FIDIC contracts

Job description

Key Details

Role: Senior Project Manager

Location: Glen Mor

Pay Rate: £77.78 per hour (Umbrella, Inside IR35)

contract: ASAP - 26/02/2027

Role Purpose & Overview

As Senior Project Manager, you will safely and effectively manage all aspects of the Civil Engineering Infrastructure and Access Road Works. Working closely with key partners and client stakeholders (SSEN), you will lead procurement, design coordination, and site execution, ensuring these civil package works integrate seamlessly with High Voltage (HV) tower construction and underground cabling streams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the construction delivery of all civil infrastructure and access road packages from mobilisation to handover.
• Coordinate design outputs from external Design Partners to ensure technical accuracy and constructability.
• Manage direct reports, including Project & Construction Managers, Works Managers, Health & Safety, Environmental, Engineering, and Quality Managers.
• Lead and mentor team members, driving high standards of project control, record-keeping, and zero-defect delivery.
• Support the Construction Director in aligning civil works with HV tower installation and cabling delivery schedules.
• Champion a strong safety culture, ensuring strict compliance with SSHEQ regulations, carrying out regular hazard assessments, and promoting zero tolerance for unsafe behaviours.
• Proactively manage site environmental controls to eliminate or minimise ecological impact.
• Lead the team in developing robust construction methodologies, SSHEQ procedures, Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS), and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Mobilise and manage essential project resources (labour, plant, materials, and subcontractors) efficiently.
• Act as the primary technical interface with external client stakeholders, including Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN).
• Manage contract requirements, identify variations/change, and actively participate in on-site change control and risk reduction meetings alongside the Commercial Manager.

Candidate Requirements

• HNC, HNC, or Degree level qualification in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 10 years of professional civil engineering experience, with a heavy emphasis on linear transportation, access roads, or heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Valid CSCS Manager's Card (Black Card).
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary site teams, manage complex client interfaces, authorise RAMS/ITPs, and navigate NEC/FIDIC contract frameworks.
• A results-driven leader who embraces continuous improvement, brings a focus on operational excellence, and works collaboratively under dynamic project conditions.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Eligibility

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.