Civils Project Manager (Power and Energy)

We are looking to recruit a Civils Project Manager to work within our Infrastructure Division for projects in Central and Southern Scotland. The Project Manager will be responsible for the successful delivery of Power and Energy related civil construction projects to meet their programme, cost, quality and H&S targets.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Ensuring that labour is on site and that works are being carried out effectively, correctly and to specification and that an accurate daily report is compiled.
• Carry out weekly cost reconciliations of plant, labour and material to ensure projects are managed efficiently.
• Organise transport and pick up points to meet company and client needs.
• Carry out site visits to monitor that the Company Health, Safety and Environmental Plan is being effectively implemented.
• Assess the scope of works prior to commencement.
• Record any works which could be considered additional and relay the information to the Quantity Surveyor.
• Visit clients as necessary to monitor effectiveness of existing contracts and to try to win new work.
• Implement company policies and procedures applicable to their project works to ensure they are applied effectively.
• Ensure personnel have the correct equipment and PPE to carry out the work.
• Report any no shows or any disciplinary issues to the Contracts/General Manager so that an investigation can be carried out and any disciplinary action can be taken if necessary.
• Represent the company at post tender, pre-start, progress and final account meetings with external individuals.
• Represent the company at internal meetings e.g. handover and cost meetings with internal individuals.
• Administer the contract to accommodate external statutory bodies e.g. SEPA, HSE, local authorities and statutory service providers.
• Liaise with Training Centre staff on a regular basis to ensure status of workforce competencies are up to date, plan any training requirements to achieve maximum utilisation of personnel.
• Ensure projects are managed proactively and efficiently.
• Interrogate designs for buildability.
• Ensure that contractor design portions are produced and signed off prior to construction (with assistance from contract manager/design manager where required).
• Ensure quality inspections are carried out to demonstrate compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Produce and maintain project programmes.
• Produce progress reports and chair progress and technical meetings.
• Scoping and procurement of work packages along with project QS.

Essential Criteria:

• HNC/D in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• Relevant CSCS Card.
• Minimum 3-5 years experience in a civil engineering project or site management role.
• Experience in large-scale cut & fill works and precast/in-situ concrete.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to set out civil engineering sites.

Desirable Criteria:

• Degree (BSc/Hons) in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar.
• SMSTS 5-day qualification.
• Background progressing from a Site Engineer role.
• Previous experience as Project Manager in Power and Energy related Civils projects.

We are looking for an individual with a positive attitude and strong work ethic who is proactive, detail-focused and capable of building strong working relationships with both internal teams and clients. You will be joining a company committed to high-quality civil engineering delivery and the ongoing development of its people.

Benefits:

• Company Car
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

How to Apply: Please forward your application in electronic format, including current CV details. No agency applications please.