Senior Project Manager

Randstad Construction and Property; Inverness; On-site; GBP 220,416,000 - 234,192,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a Senior Project Manager to safely manage civil infrastructure and access road packages in the Glen Mor area. You will coordinate design partners, supervise a multidisciplinary team and align works with HV tower construction and underground cabling streams.

The role requires a Civil Engineering qualification, 10+ years of experience in heavy civil or linear infrastructure, a valid CSCS Manager's Card, and a proven ability to lead procurement, RAMS/ITPs, and NEC/FIDIC

Qualifications

• HNC or degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of professional civil engineering experience, heavy on linear transport or infrastructure.
• Valid CSCS Manager's Card (Black Card).
• Experience leading multidisciplinary site teams and NEC/FIDIC contracts.
• Results-driven leader with focus on operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction delivery of civil infrastructure and access roads from mobilisation to handover.
• Coordinate design outputs to ensure constructability and accuracy.
• Manage direct reports including PMs, Works Managers, and safety/quality staff.
• Mentor team to achieve high standards of project control and quality.
• Align civil works with HV tower installation and cabling schedules.
• Champion safety and SSHEQ compliance on site.
• Manage RAMS/ITPs and environmental controls.
• Oversee resources and subcontractors for efficient delivery.
• Interface with SSEN and other client stakeholders.
• Engage in on-site change control and risk reduction meetings.

Skills

Project leadership

Contract management

Safety management

Education

HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

RAMS & ITPs

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.