Senior project manager

Senior Project Manager – Leading Main Contractor

A leading main contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a high‑value public sector project in the North East of Scotland. This flagship scheme has a programme of approximately 2 years and offers the opportunity to take full ownership of a major project from construction through to handover.

• Take full responsibility as No.1 on site, leading the project from inception through to completion
• Manage project delivery in line with programme, budget, and quality expectations
• Work closely with the commercial team to monitor and report on financial performance
• Develop and manage the master programme and sequencing of works
• Ensure all health & safety procedures and construction phase plans are in place and adhered to
• Lead and coordinate subcontractors and the wider supply chain
• Drive productivity, quality, and programme performance on site
• Oversee commissioning and handover, ensuring a high‑quality, snag‑free finish

• Proven experience operating as a Senior Project Manager / No.1 on high‑value construction projects
• Background with a Tier 1 main contractor preferred
• Experience delivering large‑scale public sector projects
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders
• Degree qualified in a construction‑related discipline or from a relevant trade background

• North East of Scotland
• High‑value public sector development
• Circa 2‑year programme
• Site‑based role

• Opportunity to lead a flagship, high‑value project
• Long‑term pipeline of work with a well‑established contractor
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Strong career progression opportunities

• Full‑time, permanent position
• Right to work in the UK required

We welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, disability, beliefs, sexual orientation, or age.