Project Manager – Tayside

Company: Contract Scotland
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Location: Arbroath
Job Description:

Project Manager – Long-Term Freelance

Location: Tayside, Scotland

Rate: £33-£35 per hour

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join a construction team delivering projects across Tayside on a long‑term freelance basis.

This role would suit a commercially minded Project Manager with strong site‑based experience and a background in delivering a varied portfolio of construction projects. Experience across commercial developments, student accommodation and residential housing would be particularly desirable.

The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing projects from planning through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme and within budget.

The Role

  • Managing construction projects from inception through to completion.
  • Overseeing day‑to‑day site operations, ensuring works are delivered to the required quality, programme and budget.
  • Coordinating subcontractors, consultants, suppliers and internal teams.
  • Monitoring project progress, identifying potential risks and implementing effective solutions.
  • Managing project costs, commercial performance and reporting.
  • Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and relevant quality standards.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
  • Driving high standards of workmanship, communication and project delivery.

About You

  • Proven experience as a Project Manager within the construction industry.
  • Experience delivering commercial projects, student accommodation and/or residential housing developments.
  • Strong site‑based project management experience.
  • A good understanding of construction programmes, budgets, subcontractor management and project delivery.
  • Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities and resolve issues effectively.
  • A hands‑on approach, with a strong focus on quality, safety and successful project outcomes.

What’s on Offer?

  • Long-term freelance opportunity.
  • Hourly rate of £33-£35, depending on experience.
  • The opportunity to take ownership of projects within an established construction team.
  • Involvement in a varied portfolio of construction projects across Tayside.
  • The chance to make a real contribution to project delivery from start to finish.

Candidates currently working on a notice period will be considered, although an earlier start may be possible for someone immediately available.

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Posted: October 16th, 2026