Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

About the role

We’re looking for a proactive and highly capable Project Manager to join our team in Elgin, supporting the successful delivery of the Beauly to Peterhead OHL project. This is a key opportunity to influence the future of Scotland’s transmission network and lead a multi-disciplinary team on a nationally significant programme.

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver safely, sustainably and to programme
• Oversee OHL delivery including tower erection, cabling and temporary works
• Ensure robust safety systems, RAMS review, incident investigations
• Manage subcontractors, stakeholders and client relationships
• Own project budget, forecasting, cost control and reporting
• Develop resource-loaded schedules and monitor progress
• Maintain Digital Briefcase and accurate project records

• Experience of working on a variety of project types
• Track record of project delivery
• Understanding and practical experience of standard forms of contracts
• Proficient in commercial/project management communications
• Experience implementing safe systems of work
• Strong verbal and written communication across all organisational levels
• Ability to communicate new concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Effective team management, mentoring and empowering others
• Knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and key metrics
• Solution-based approach to problem solving
• Ability to see and inspire shared business vision
• Confidence in discussing ideas and plans
• Active promoter of diversity and inclusion
• Learning mindset and commitment to personal development
• Member of a professional management body (e.g., APM)
• Proficient in O365
• Holds a current driving licence
• Formal qualification in project management or equivalent experience
• CSCS and SMSTS or equivalent

• Company DC pension scheme up to 5% EEs & 7% ERs
• Wellbeing sessions - non-work‑related activities go for a walk, do some house duties etc.
• Opportunity to join into the company SIP scheme.
• Flexible benefits window Options to purchase additional holidays, bikes, tech vouchers, dental cover, PMI etc.
• Reward platform where you can get discounts off shopping, insurance, cars etc.
• Hybrid working (where applicable)
• Enhanced company sickness scheme
• Enhanced company Maternity/Paternity/Shared parental/Adoption schemes
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications
• Employee assistance programme
• Up to 2 days volunteering per year
• Company funded social events.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and commit to collaborating with people who have disabilities and long‑term health conditions to remove barriers for them. We have a UK Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan, and we encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.