Project Manager

Overview

In this role you will drive governance and delivery across complex projects, ensuring accurate records, timely reporting, and alignment with strategic objectives. You will work with cross-functional teams to manage scope, risks, and procurement, while promoting safety, quality, and efficiency. The position supports sustainable, high-profile infrastructure in Scotland, contributing to net-zero goals and the company’s inclusive culture. You will lead improvement initiatives and mentor teams to achieve delivery excellence.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive salary and benefits package
• development opportunities
• flexible, inclusive working environment
• Balfour Beatty Academy
• opportunities to work on high-profile projects
• career development and progression

Responsibilities

• Maintain project records and governance artifacts (PRM, Digital Briefcase)
• Prepare internal/external reports and liaise with stakeholders
• Lead risk/opportunity reviews and maintain Risk Register
• Develop and update resource allocation plans and schedules
• Manage subcontractors and monitor procurement plans to meet deadlines
• Ensure safety and environmental practices, supporting investigations and improvements
• Oversee quality, audits, and handover readiness
• Establish change control processes and implement project controls
• Monitor KPI performance and commercial alignment with budget
• Lead reporting routines and escalation when needed

Key requirements

• Track record of project delivery
• Good understanding of standard contract forms
• Proficient in commercial/project management communications
• Experience implementing safe systems of work
• Effective written and verbal communication across levels
• Strong team management, mentoring and inspirational leadership
• Commercially astute and able to handle high-pressure situations
• Knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and metrics
• Solution-based problem solving
• Ability to share and rally around the business vision

• effective communicator
• mentoring and empowering others
• ability to work under pressure
• Proficient on O365
• Knowledge of project management methodologies
• Familiar with risk management tools and KPI tracking

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