Senior Renewable Energy Construction Project Leader

AECOM; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Career development

AECOM University

Volunteering days

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Principal Project Manager for Renewable Energy projects in our UK energy team, based in Edinburgh. You will lead mid- to large-scale project delivery across design, procurement and construction, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, managing budgets, and maintaining strong client relationships.

The role emphasizes construction phase excellence, contract governance, and mentorship of junior staff within a hybrid working environment that supports flexible delivery of complex

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent project management qualification.
• Proven track record leading mid- to large-scale energy construction projects.
• Strong commercial acumen and contract management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery across design, procurement and construction.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Manage budgets, timelines and client relationships.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to proposals.

Skills

Project management

Client liaison

Stakeholder engagement

Construction delivery

Education

BEng (Hons) in Engineering or Project Management Diploma

Tools

NEC contracts

FIDIC contracts

JCT contracts

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Principal Project Manager for Renewable Energy projects in our UK energy team, based in Edinburgh. You will lead mid- to large-scale project delivery across design, procurement and construction, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, managing budgets, and maintaining strong client relationships.

The role emphasizes construction phase excellence, contract governance, and mentorship of junior staff within a hybrid working environment that supports flexible delivery of complex