Civils Project Manager Full Time NEW

Aviemore, Highland
Brush Group
About The RoleWhy choose us?BRUSH Group provides the energy solutions that help power our built world. From power transformers to switchgear and engineering solutions, for generations, the BRUSH brand has stood for engineering excellence.? We are committed to supporting the global effort for industrial decarbonisation and sustainable development and have set ambitious objectives to achieve our target of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. ? What’s the role? The Civil Engineering Project Manager is responsible for the successful planning, delivery, and close-out of civil engineering projects across Scotland. The role ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual, technical, and regulatory requirements.Working Conditions – Hybrid role spent between site and Aviemore main office dependant on workload. Monday – Friday. 40 contractual hours per week. Travel across Scotland may be required.Key Responsibilities:Project Delivery & Management

• Manage civil engineering projects from pre-construction through to completion
• Develop and manage project programmes, budgets, and resource plans
• Coordinate design, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities
• Monitor progress and performance against programme and cost targets

Health, Safety & Environmental Management

• Ensure compliance with statutory legislation including the CDM Regulations and Health & Safety at Work Act, and Company HSEQ policies and procedures
• Promote a strong safety culture across all project activities
• Identify and manage risk
• Ensure environmental and sustainability requirements are met

Quality

• Ensure compliance with Company Quality procedures
• Ensure compliance with Client objectives and project specifications

Commercial & Contract Management

• Identify and manage change
• Identify and manage risk
• Support the Commercial Team with the following
• Managing contracts (commonly NEC, JCT, or bespoke public-sector contracts)
• Controlling project costs, cash flow, and forecasting
• Managing variations, change control, and risk registers
• Valuations, final accounts, and dispute avoidance

Stakeholder & Client Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, subcontractors, and statutory bodies
• Liaise with local authorities, Transport Scotland, utilities, and landowners where required
• Chair and attend progress, technical, and commercial meetings

Team Leadership

• Lead and support construction managers, engineers, and project teams
• Ensure clear communication of project objectives and expectations
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to skills development

Reporting & Governance

• Prepare regular progress, cost, and risk reports, in conjunction with the Commercial Team for senior management and clients
• Ensure accurate project documentation and records are maintained
• Support audits and governance requirement

What we’re looking for: Essential

• Proven experience as a Project Manager on civil engineering projects
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering construction methods
• Good understanding of UK construction legislation and H&S requirements
• Experience managing programmes, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read, understand and follow Contracts
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to travel throughout Scotland which will require working away from home for short spells
• SMSTS

Desirable

• Experience delivering projects in Scotland or for public-sector clients
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts
• Experience in stakeholder-heavy environments (local authorities, utilities, Transport Scotland)

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Holiday allowance starting at 26 days per annum plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles)
• Flexible and Hybrid working options (role dependant)
• Life insurance – 4 x annual salary
• Enhanced Company Pension scheme
• 24/7 free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• GP24 Service – Access to remote, private GP services 24/7, 365 days a year plus Second Medical Opinions.
• BRUSHRewards – Discover plenty of ways to get more active and make great savings on everyday essentials as well as gifts for loved ones, holidays and special treats for yourself.
• Family friendly policies including Enhanced Maternity/Paternity
• Bike2work scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Developing our people is important to us – we support and encourage development by offering ongoing professional development and training.

About The OrganisationMcGowan Group is based in the UK’s largest National Park. The group is driven by a respect for the natural environment and its people, dedicated to nurturing, training and developing our team of talented, like-minded individuals, investing in young people and offering modern apprenticeships and opportunities for progression and career development throughout the group.