Senior Project Manager Opportunity - Leading Contractor - Glasgow City Centre
MK Search are working with a leading construction contractor who have a strong reputation in the commercial, data centre, retail and fit out sectors who are looking for a Senior Project Manager for their Glasgow business unit.
You will be involved in a variety of projects in and around the Glasgow area delivering full M&E and CSA on projects valued between £10k and £1m generally. The company in question have a very low turnover of staff due to the collaborative culture, progression opportunities, package benefits offered and the stability of the business.
Responsibilities:
* Proven experience delivering high-quality MEP, Civil, and Fit-Out projects.
* Professional and client-facing, with a strong focus on customer care and satisfaction.
* Excellent communicator – confident leading meetings, driving outcomes, and maintaining accurate records of actions and deadlines.
* Experienced in ITT processes and liaising with design, estimating, and commercial teams.
* Strong understanding of client requirements, technical specifications, drawings, and project deliverables across all RIBA stages (design to commissioning).
* Skilled in risk identification, management, and escalation throughout project delivery.
* Ability to plan and manage project programmes, maintain milestones, and anticipate potential issues.
* Prepares and presents detailed progress and programme reports to stakeholders.
* Knowledge of validations, dilapidations, RFIs, TQs, and technical submissions.
* Demonstrates sound business judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making under pressure.
* Strong leadership, time management, and delegation skills; capable of working to strict deadlines.
* Solid understanding of project governance, procedural conformity, and contractual compliance (JCT and NEC).
* Commercially astute – manages risks, variations, delays, and EOTs in coordination with QS teams.
* Builds and maintains strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and design consultants; assertive and adaptable when managing multiple stakeholders.
* Highly skilled in coordinating work packages, anticipating trade interactions, and resolving conflicts.
* Leads by example, promoting HSEQ best practices and ensuring compliance with company policies, ISO standards, and legislative requirements.
Please apply if you would like to find out more