Senior Project Manager
| Job Type | Permanent / Full Time |
| Area | City of Edinburgh, England |
| Sector | Building & Construction - Project Management |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | 611714 |
- Description
- Job Title: Senior Project Manager - Scotland
Location: Edinburgh - Scotland, UK
About the client: They are a leading project and programme management firm dedicated to delivering excellence in the construction industry. With a focus on growth and innovation, they are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager to join their dynamic team in Scotland.
Role Overview: As a Senior Project Manager, you will be an integral part of the Project & Programme Management Team, contributing to strategic growth initiatives and delivering exceptional services to clients. You will lead projects across various sectors in Scotland and the wider UK, utilizing your expertise in project management methodologies and fostering positive relationships with stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the effective delivery of project management services, ensuring client satisfaction.
- Manage construction projects throughout the project life cycle, adhering to best practice methodology.
- Cultivate collaborative relationships with project stakeholders.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
- Take ownership of project commercial success, managing project accounts, governance, and resources efficiently.
- Ensure compliance with policies, toolkits, and standards.
- Provide guidance, leadership, and technical expertise to team members.
- Mentor and support the development of junior team members.
- Contribute to business development efforts and identify market opportunities.
- Assist in the preparation of fee proposals and bid submissions.
- Collaborate with senior colleagues on large-scale complex projects.
- Demonstrated client-facing project management experience.
- Motivated and collaborative practitioner with expertise in project management methodologies.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Ability to articulate construction industry knowledge to clients and colleagues.
- Proactive approach to business development and growth initiatives.
- Degree qualification in a construction-related discipline.
- Membership in a recognized professional institute (MRICS, CIOB, MAPM, or equivalent) preferred.
- Positive, collaborative, and innovative mindset.
- Experience in building client relationships and business networks.
- Proficiency in leading multi-disciplinary teams and delivering successful projects.
- Sound technical project management knowledge.
- Familiarity with UK building contracts (NEC and JCT forms) and procurement routes.
- Understanding of Health & Safety and Environmental legislation.
- Commitment to ongoing personal development.
- Valid driving license.