Project Manager (Permanent)
Location: Paisley, Scotland
Hours: 40 hours per week (Standard business hours Monday to Friday)
Hybrid role – main office base in Paisley and includes a company car.
What You Will Do
Project Delivery & Leadership
* Lead the planning and delivery of multiple concurrent projects across PFI school estates
* Manage project programmes, budgets, scopes and resource plans
* Ensure delivery meets contractual, KPI and compliance requirements
* Provide direction and support to Assistant Project Managers and Project Assistants
* Manage project risks, issues and change effectively
Commercial & Financial Management
* Develop and manage cost plans, ensuring delivery within approved budgets
* Review and approve contractor valuations, variations and final accounts
* Work closely with commercial teams to ensure accurate financial control and reporting
* Drive cost efficiency and value optimisation across projects
Contractor & Supply Chain Management
* Oversee contractor performance from procurement to project completion
* Review and approve RAMS, programmes and delivery plans
* Monitor quality, conduct inspections and manage defects and snagging
* Ensure compliance with HSEQ and safeguarding requirements
PFI & FM Project Delivery
* Deliver lifecycle, compliance and improvement works in line with PFI contracts
* Ensure all project documentation is complete and maintained (e.g. certification, O&M manuals)
* Coordinate works to minimise disruption to schools and stakeholders
* Support asset condition improvements and long‑term estate strategies
Stakeholder Management
* Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, clients and internal teams
* Provide regular project reporting and updates
* Act as the main escalation point for project‑related issues
Qualifications
* Degree (or equivalent) in Construction, Engineering or Project Management (desirable)
* Relevant professional qualification (e.g. MCIOB) (desirable)
* SMSTS and Emergency First Aid (desirable)
* Full UK driving licence (essential)
Skills & Knowledge
* Strong project management capability across full project lifecycle
* Commercial and financial management experience
* Understanding of PFI contracts and FM delivery environments
Experience
* Experience delivering projects within construction, FM or PFI environments
* Proven experience working in live operational sites (schools desirable)
* Strong contractor and stakeholder management experience
Technical Capability
* Good knowledge of project governance, lifecycle and reporting
* Ability to manage risk, cost, quality and programme effectively
* Understanding of statutory compliance and HSEQ requirements
Personal Attributes
* Strong leadership and decision‑making skills
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
* Proactive and solutions‑focused approach
* Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Benefits
* Remuneration – competitive annual salary with potential for yearly reviews
* Career growth – advancement opportunities
* Training – comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programmes
* Holidays – at least 24 days plus bank holidays, option to buy further days
* Pension – generous scheme with extra contributions from Amey
* Flexible working – hybrid, part‑time and flexible patterns available
* Flexible benefits – customisable options such as insurance, Cycle2Work, gym membership discounts
* Exclusive discounts – access to discounts from leading retailers and services
* Give back to community – two social impact days each year for volunteering and fundraising
* Family friendly policies for new parents or caregivers
* Company car
EEO, Diversity & Safeguarding
Amey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work. You will be required to undergo an enhanced PVG check before commencing employment.
We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.
As a disability confident leader, we are proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
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