Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

BAM UK & Ireland is looking to recruit an experienced and motivated Project Manager to join our Energy Networks Scotland team. You will play a key part in delivering large civil engineering projects that provide critical infrastructure to enable renewable energy developments across Scotland. The role will support Preconstruction Lead with the delivery of our ECI projects and tenders.

• This role will be based within our site office in Kilsyth with visits to site when required.
• BAM operates a flexible working policy.

To Support One Or More Framework Managers Or Project Directors Across a Range Of Their Focus Areas, Such As

• The leadership, management and oversight of all areas of the ECI project or tender, delivering successful outcomes in all areas, and maintaining high standards of professionalism.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with everyone associated with the project and the wider community.
• Provide operational, strategic and contractual direction for the whole team.
• Set a personal example in health safety and environmental matters through strong, visible leadership (including safety tours). Acting as a champion for all company and sub-contractor employees. Actively supporting HSQE initiatives, both on projects and across business.
• Maintain high standards in environmental awareness and behaviour.
• Drive quality delivery through effective planning and right first time delivery.
• Take a personal interest in mentoring and developing key staff to their next level.
• Lead and manage the project team, ensuring high levels of commitment, morale and motivation at all levels.
• Adopt, maintain and promote cost-conscious management through efficient use of all resources.
• Maintain a good working relationship with the client and their project management and supervisory team and the supply chain.
• Promote repeat business by maintaining personal contact with key clients and stakeholders, and by demonstrating high levels of commitment to their requirements.
• Establish, maintain and monitor an effective, programme based cost management system, to facilitate financial control with reliable QF preparation and reporting.
• Ensure realistic programmes are prepared, managed, monitored, reviewed, and updated according to the requirements of the project and contract.
• Ensure processes are in place for the preparation, review and briefing of method statements, activity plans and risk assessments and measures implemented to ensure they are reviewed and updated accordingly.
• Ensure systems are in place for the successful commercial and financial management of the project.
• Ensure all necessary site-based appointments are made with suitably trained and experienced staff.

• Degree or HND in Civil Engineering or relatable subject.
• Experience working as Project Manager within Civil Engineering contracting or a relatable sector.
• Must be able to demonstrate leadership and management capabilities commensurate with such a role.
• Detailed working knowledge of the civil construction environment and forms of contract used.
• Experience working in construction or engineering project delivery.
• Experience in stakeholder relationship management at a senior level.
• Experience in management of project governance and compliance processes.
• Experience with in the energy sector is desirable.

• Competitive salary
• A wide range of family-friendly policies
• Company car/car allowance/travel allowance
• 8 % matched pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• 26 days holiday
• 2 wellbeing days
• 1 volunteering day
• Personal and professional development

Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise ’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.

We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.

For more information about the vacancy and our projects, please contact Kirstin Alexander, Recruiter, BAM Infrastructure, Email:

BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at anytime you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.