Project Manager - Civils
Wood Transmission & Distribution Ltd
Overview
Seeking a Civil‑biased Project Manager with experience in Access and Enabling Works for a large‑scale Overhead Lines Project in the Scottish Highlands. Site based in Alness, Inverness supporting SSE.
Responsibilities
* Responsible for successful delivery of assigned projects to meet program milestones.
* Accountable for approval of scope, plans and estimates.
* Managing project planning, risk & change management, EVM analysis, internal budget control and cash flow.
* Prioritising project resources and resolving conflicting requirements.
* Ensuring project delivery teams adopt performance management practices.
* Demonstrating effective SHE leadership and promoting a positive SHE culture.
* Monitoring compliance with NEC Contract terms, scope of work and variations log with sub‑contractors.
* Managing the Programme of Works, Quality Plan and Project Risk Register.
* Promoting company values and standards, demonstrating safety, integrity and commitment.
* Complying with and contributing to the implementation of Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental policies.
Qualifications
* Engineering qualification (Degree, HND or HNC) or equivalent industry track record.
* Recognised SHE qualification (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH).
* Project management qualification.
* Strong commercial and contractual awareness.
* Ability to lead and build project teams and proactively resolve site issues.
* Willingness to work away from home regularly and for prolonged periods.
* Experience with SSE, SPEN or National Grid Transmission Operators is preferable.
* Knowledge of Local Authority permit requirements and NEC Forms of Contract.
* Experience managing design requirements for the civils element of large‑scale projects, including commercial budgets.
* Understanding of engineering principles, CDM and client technical standards, policies, procedures and safety rules.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Financial and commercial understanding.
* Full UK driving licence.
Benefits
* Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across emerging energy sectors.
* Flexible working arrangements; hybrid and remote where relevant.
* Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
* Competitive salary with regular reviews.
* Flexible benefits package; 33 days annual leave, private medical cover, pension, life insurance.
* Commitment to continued professional development.
About Wood
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, unlocking solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
Applicants must have valid Right to Work in the UK.
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