Senior Project Manager

Randstad Construction and Property; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 111,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Construction and Property is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead Civil Engineering Infrastructure and Access Road works on a high-profile project in Skye. You will oversee safety, procurement, and coordination with external partners, reporting to the Construction Director.

The role requires a 10+ year civil engineering background, strong contractual skills, RAMS/ITP development, and proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams on complex infrastructure schemes.

Qualifications

• ONC, HNC, or Degree in Civil Engineering with a valid Manager's CSCS Card.
• Minimum 10 years of professional civil engineering experience, with emphasis on linear transportation/access road infrastructure.
• Strong contractual acumen; proficient in RAMS, ITPs, and programmes; proven track record managing complex teams.

Responsibilities

• Drive zero-tolerance safety standards; conduct site inspections; manage environmental impacts.
• Manage subcontractor, plant, and labour resources to execute works on time and budget; aim for zero defects at completion.
• Directly manage a multidisciplinary team (Project, Health & Safety, Quality, and Environmental Managers).
• Serve as a key liaison to the client, proactively managing contract risks, variations, and progress reporting.

Skills

Civil engineering

Project management

RAMS

ITPs

Contract management

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

ONC/HNC in Civil Engineering

Manager's CSCS Card

Tools

RAMS

ITPs

Procurement management

Job description

Role: Senior Project Manager (Civil Engineering Infrastructure)

Rate: £600-£700 a day inside IR35

Location: Skye

Duration: 4-6 months

About the Role

My Client is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the Civil Engineering Infrastructure and Access Road Works for the high-profile project in Skye. In this pivotal role, you will safely oversee all aspects of civil construction, coordinate design outputs with external partners, lead procurement, and manage site operations. You will work closely with the Construction Director to integrate civil works with HV tower construction and underground cabling.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety & Environment: Drive zero-tolerance safety standards, conduct site inspections, and manage environmental impacts.
• Project Delivery & Quality: Manage subcontractor, plant, and labour resources to execute works on time and budget. Champion defect avoidance to achieve zero defects at completion.
• Leadership: Directly manage a multidisciplinary team (Project, Health & Safety, Quality, and Environmental Managers).
• Commercial & Client Interface: Serve as a key liaison to our client, SSEN, proactively managing contract risks, variations, and progress reporting.

Requirements

• Qualifications: ONC, HNC, or Degree in Civil Engineering with a valid Manager's CSCS Card.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years of professional civil engineering experience, with a heavy emphasis on linear transportation/access road infrastructure.
• Skills: Strong contractual acumen, proficiency in developing RAMS, ITPs, and programmes, with a proven track record of managing complex teams.

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.

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