About this role
We are working with a leading Tier 1 contractor in the infrastructure and rail sector, who are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee multiple rail-focused civil engineering projects in and around the Central Belt of Scotland.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a strong pipeline of secured works across the rail network, offering long-term career progression and the chance to lead high-profile infrastructure schemes.
The Role:
As Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of civil engineering works within a live rail environment, ensuring safety, quality, programme and commercial objectives are met. This includes the full project life-cycle - from planning and design coordination through to delivery and handover.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the delivery of rail infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with Network Rail standards and company procedures
* Manage project teams including site engineers, supervisors and subcontractors
* Develop and maintain project programmes and resource plans
* Manage health & safety on site, ensuring a culture of safety-first is maintained
* Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and third parties to ensure smooth delivery
* Provide regular progress reports to senior management
* Work closely with commercial teams to manage budgets, costs and change control
Requirements:
* Proven experience delivering civil engineering projects in a rail environment
* Excellent leadership and communication skills
* Demonstrable experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
* Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline preferred
What's on Offer:
* Competitive salary dependent on experience
* Car allowance or company vehicle
* Excellent benefits package including pension, healthcare and more
* Long-term role with strong career development opportunities
For information or to apply, please feel free to contact Jamie Nicholson in confidence using the details provided or click the "apply now" link.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
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Contract Type
Permanent
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Specialism
Construction & Property
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Working pattern
Full Time
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Job ref
Req/666598
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Expiry date
20 June 2025
Your consultant is
Jamie Nicholson
Principal Consultant
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Email
jamie.nicholson@search.co.uk -
Phone
+44 141 272 7736
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