PROJECT MANAGER (SCOTLAND)

OCU Group; Glasgow, City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee energy and utilities projects across Scotland. This role will involve managing multiple concurrent projects within a travelable area, ensuring high-quality delivery and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical works and experience with DNOs. A competitive salary and opportunities for progression are offered, making this a fulfilling role within a growing organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Strong progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within utilities, energy, or infrastructure environments.
• Strong background in electrical works, cabling, substations, BESS, and utility installations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple live projects simultaneously.
• Strong commercial and financial management capability.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end project management of various projects.
• Oversee electrical and utilities works.
• Ensure safe delivery of projects on time and within budget.
• Monitor project performance against KPIs.

Skills

Project Management

Electrical Works

Cabling

Substations

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Stakeholder Management

Commercial Management

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Job description

PROJECT MANAGER – ENERGY & UTILITIES (SCOTLAND)

Location: Based out of Glasgow or Edinburgh
Project Coverage: Central Belt of Scotland (including surrounding areas)
Package: Competitive salary + car allowance + strong progression opportunities

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver energy and utilities projects across multiple sites in Scotland. The business has significant secured work and a strong, growing long-term pipeline, offering excellent stability, long-term project exposure, and clear career progression.

Based out of Glasgow or Edinburgh, you will manage multiple concurrent projects within a travelable area across the Central Belt, delivering complex electrical and utility infrastructure works while working closely with DNOs, ICPs, and key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end project management of various projects, from initiation through to completion
• Management of BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) works
• Coordination with DNOs and ICPs
• Oversight of electrical and utilities works, with civils delivered by specialist teams
• Delivery of:
  • Underground cabling
  • 132kV substation works
  • Battery storage installations
  • M&E packages
• Programme management using Primavera P6
• Development and management of project plans, programmes, budgets, resources, and risk registers
• Full financial control including cost tracking, forecasting, variations, and invoicing
• Leadership of multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors to maximise efficiency and performance
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
• Monitoring project performance against KPIs and implementing corrective actions where required

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within utilities, energy, or infrastructure environments
• Strong background in electrical works, cabling, substations, BESS, and utility installations
• Previous experience working with DNOs, either directly or as an ICP
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple live projects simultaneously
• Strong commercial and financial management capability
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (PMP, PRINCE2 desirable)
• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline (desirable)
• Full UK driving licence

What We Value

• We care about safety
• We lead with integrity
• We strive to be better every day
• We make a positive impact
• We deliver to grow
• We are one company, united

Our Vision

Our ambition is to be the UK’s leading energy transition and utilities contractor. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and developing our people to meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving energy and utilities landscape.

Join us and be part of a business delivering critical energy infrastructure — where your expertise will make a real and lasting impact