Senior Project Manager

Randstad Construction & Property; Inverness; On-site; GBP 91,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE in the Scottish Highlands is recruiting an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the civil infrastructure and access road packages on a major energy project. Based in Glen Mor, you will oversee procurement, design coordination, and site execution, aligning with HV tower installation and cabling streams on a high-profile contract.

You will manage multidisciplinary teams, drive safe delivery under SSHEQ, develop RAMS/ITPs, and maintain strict change control with SSEN as the

Qualifications

• HNC, HNC, or Degree level qualification in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 10 years of professional civil engineering experience with 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, focuses on operational excellence, and collaborates 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, hazard assessments, and zero-tolerance for unsafe behaviours.
• Proactively manage site environmental controls to minimise ecological impact.
• Lead the team in developing robust construction methodologies, SSHEQ procedures, RAMS & ITPs, 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 participate in on-site change control and risk reduction meetings.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Leadership

NEC/FIDIC Contracts

CSCS Black Card

Site Management

Education

Civil Engineering degree or HNC

Job description

Ready to lead a pivotal energy infrastructure project in the breathtaking Scottish Highlands? We are partnering with a leading international infrastructure group who are leading the transformation of our industry to meet the challenges of the future to recruit an experienced Senior Project Manager. If you are a driven engineering leader who excels in delivering complex civil works, access roads, and major grid reinforcement infrastructure, this high-profile contract role offers an outstanding platform to showcase your expertise.

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.

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.

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