Project Manager - Scotland at Knights Brown

, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Delivery, Customer Relationship Management, Risk Management, Opportunity Management, Team Leadership, Quality Assurance, Project Planning, Resource Management, Contract Management, Performance Monitoring, Defect Avoidance, Subcontract Management, Heavy Civil Engineering, Energy Projects

Industry

Construction

Description

Knights Brown is not just a company but a community where ambition and job satisfaction align perfectly. Our core values are at the heart of everything we do, crafting an environment where employees don't just work for us; they grow with us, creating careers that reflect their passions and aspirations. At Knights Brown, you're not just joining a company; you're becoming part of a family that values your well-being, celebrates your achievements, and supports your growth every step of the way. This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the UK’s fastest growing contractors as a Project Manager to lead the delivery of one of our high profile, multi-million pound energy projects in Scotland. Dynamic and entrepreneurial, this company is a great fit if you’re looking to work in a supportive but ambitious environment with clear career progression and proactive employee engagement. This role would suit people already fulfilling the role of a Project Manager and also Site Agents looking to take the next steps in their career progression. Responsibilities include; Ensure projects are delivered successfully, relationships with our customers are enhanced, project teams supported and priorities achieved to meet our business objectives. This role will have autonomy to deliver complex, higher valued projects for the business. Key requirements; •Attend tender handover meeting to understand the project deliverables, including contract obligations, project scope & methodology, identified customer priorities (win themes) and risk & opportunities. •Organise and attend customer meetings, throughout the lifecycle of the project to ensure identified targets and expectations are being met or exceeded. •Manage pre start meetings of subcontract packages in line with programme and build requirements. •Develop, monitor and evaluate a risk and opportunity register for the project, ensuring site teams are focused on these priorities. •Ensure our brand is portrayed positively taking into consideration our company guidelines. •Lead the site team to adopt the approach outlined in the Right Work Code, creating a safe environment in which to work with an uncompromising attitude towards achieving quality. •Lead the planning of the project to ensure the effective use, resourcing and control of equipment, manpower, materials and transport is achieved. •Review the project and target programmes with the site team to ensure activities are aligned to the planned sequencing of works, and an awareness of lead times for design and procurement is in place. •Oversee implementation of works to programme requirements. •Work closely with the commercial team throughout the project, to establish and monitor a contract performance forecast and obtain an accurate picture of projected value and forecast costs. •Drive the performance of your site team, supporting their development and maximising their potential and effectively manage our subcontract relationships. •Develop a defect avoidance strategy and take responsibility for its implementation through the duration of contract including the Making Good Defects period. Essential Previous experience in a similar role on heavy civil engineering projects Civil Engineering qualification Desirable Previous experience delivering energy projects is desirable. Knights Brown actively promotes inclusiveness across the workplace, creating an environment where each individual has the equal opportunity to achieve his or her full potential and where employees feel respected. A diverse and skilled workforce is essential to our success. We are a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community.

Responsibilities

The Project Manager will ensure successful project delivery by enhancing customer relationships, supporting project teams, and achieving priorities aligned with business objectives. This role involves leading complex, high-value projects with autonomy, overseeing planning, execution, and commercial monitoring.