Project Manager

Lead the delivery of critical infrastructure projects supporting one of the UK's most significant long-term defence programmes.

Our Client has a requirement for a Project Manager, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Glasgow.

Role Purpose

• Deliver assigned infrastructure work packages within a major capital programme.
• Manage projects through the full lifecycle from approval and design through to execution and handover.
• Ensure delivery in accordance with NEC4 contract requirements.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to successfully deliver programme objectives.
• Manage cost, schedule, risk and stakeholder requirements across allocated projects.

Job Role Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned packages of work in accordance with NEC4 contract conditions.
• Manage project cost, schedule and performance objectives.
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams.
• Drive effective risk management and mitigation activities.
• Manage project change control processes.
• Engage with a broad range of stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
• Provide project leadership across civils, structural, M&E and marine engineering packages as required.
• Monitor and report on project progress, performance and risks.
• Support the Senior Project Manager in achieving programme objectives.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in compliance with required standards.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience leading projects as a Project Manager within a highly regulated industry.
• Experience in engineering design, manufacturing, construction and commissioning environments.
• Full project lifecycle experience from business case approval through to handover.
• Strong experience in change control and risk management.
• Degree qualified in Project Management, Engineering or a related discipline.
• NEC4 ECC Accredited Project Manager, or willingness to achieve accreditation within the first six months.
• Minimum 3 years' NEC4 ECC experience.
• Minimum 3 years' NEC4 PSC experience.
• Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead teams and manage conflicting priorities effectively.
• Active SC Clearance or ability to obtain SC Clearance.
• Available to work on a hybrid basis, with 3 days per week in Glasgow or Helensburgh.

Desirable Experience

• SMSTS qualification.
• APM PMQ qualification.
• CEMAR experience.
• Previous experience within defence, marine, infrastructure, nuclear or oil and gas sectors.

Company Information
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Project Manager looking for new employment.
As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.