Project Manager – Utility Surveys
Salary: Circa £50,000 per annum + Comprehensive Benefits Package
Location: Glasgow (with operational travel across Scotland and the wider UK)
Full-time, Permanent | Candidates must hold full right to work in the UK
Are you an experienced, technically astute Utility Survey Professional looking to take genuine ownership of high-value projects, team leadership, and commercial delivery within an industry-leading consultancy?
A Leading Specialist is expanding its Scottish operations and seeking a highly skilled Project Manager – Utility Surveys to lead and develop their established team in Glasgow. This is a pivotal management appointment offering the scope to direct utility survey schemes from inception to completion, influence technical workflows, and mentor the next generation of surveyors across a diverse infrastructure portfolio.
The Opportunity:
You will play a vital role in leading multidisciplinary utility mapping commissions, ensuring all operations align strictly with industry standards and commercial targets. Your day-to-day remit involves:
Managing multiple utility survey projects concurrently from instruction, resourcing, and mobilisation through to final sign-off and delivery.
Briefing, deploying, and mentoring Utility Surveyors and Trainees while conducting site audits to uphold rigorous SHEQ standards.
Providing authoritative technical guidance across PAS 128 specifications, robustly reviewing deliverables to guarantee technical precision.
Acting as the primary operational contact for key clients, managing variations, monitoring project budgets, and driving commercial margin performance.
Technical Essentials:
To be successful, you must demonstrate high-level technical proficiency and proven operational leadership:
Mandatory: Substantial utility mapping background (~5+ years' specialist experience), with demonstrated supervisory or project management capability. Professional membership of CICES or RICS is advantageous.
Compliance/Systems: In-depth technical mastery of PAS 128 standards, alongside practical expertise in Electromagnetic Locators (EML) and Ground Penetrat...
Project Manager - Utility Surveys in Glasgow employer: Vector Recruitment Solutions
Vector Recruitment Solutions is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where innovation meets expertise. With a strong focus on employee development, we provide ongoing training and growth opportunities, ensuring our team members are equipped with the latest skills in drainage and wastewater management. Our collaborative culture fosters teamwork and encourages a commitment to health and safety, making it a rewarding place for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in their field.
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