Training Manager

Boyd Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Training Manager in Scotland to oversee workforce training and development. You will shape the training strategy, ensure skills and competencies, and manage relationships with training providers. The ideal candidate has experience in training within the civil engineering industry, strong knowledge of compliance requirements, and excellent organizational skills. A competitive salary and benefits are on offer in a supportive work environment with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a training or learning & development role in civil engineering or construction.
• Strong knowledge of CITB funding and industry training standards.
• Confident in managing budgets and negotiating.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a training and development strategy.
• Identify training requirements through consultation and skills analysis.
• Manage relationships with training providers and industry bodies.
• Oversee mandatory and compliance training.
• Coordinate apprenticeships and professional development programmes.
• Maintain accurate training records and documentation.
• Support managers in employee development planning.
• Measure training effectiveness and report on performance.

Skills

Training and Development

Communication

Organizational Skills

Budget Management

Education

Relevant qualification in Training, Learning & Development, or HR

Job description

Role

Boyd Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a leading civil engineering contractor delivering major infrastructure, windfarms, highways, and groundworks projects across Scotland. Their success is built on technical excellence, safety, and a commitment to developing people. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Training Manager to oversee all aspects of workforce training and development within the business.

The Role

Reporting to the HR Director, the Training Manager will play a key role in shaping and delivering our training strategy. You’ll be responsible for ensuring the workforce holds the right skills, competencies, and accreditations to deliver projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a company-wide training and development strategy aligned with business and project needs.
• Identify training requirements across operational, technical, and management teams through regular consultation and skills analysis.
• Manage relationships with training providers, colleges, and industry bodies such as CITB, NPORS, CSCS, and Lantra.
• Oversee mandatory and compliance training, including health & safety, plant operations, and environmental awareness.
• Coordinate and track apprenticeships, graduate schemes, and professional development programmes.
• Maintain accurate training records, certification logs, and audit-ready documentation.
• Support managers in planning employee development and progression routes.
• Measure training effectiveness and report on key performance indicators.

About You

Proven experience in a training or learning & development role, ideally within the civil engineering or wider construction industry.

Strong knowledge of CITB funding, CSCS requirements, and industry training standards.

Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.

Confident in managing budgets and negotiating with external providers.

Relevant qualification in Training, Learning & Development, or HR.

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Opportunity to shape and grow the company’s training function.

Supportive and collaborative working environment.

Career progression within a successful, forward-thinking civil engineering contractor.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and interest in the role to