Project Manager

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Scottish Canals are the custodians of the nation's canal network and surrounding estates. Our vision is to invest in the canal network to generate lasting benefit for people and communities; celebrating their industrial heritage, ensuring they offer quality green and blue spaces for people and communities and contribute to Scotland's resilience in tackling climate change.

Our success is rooted in valuing the contributions of our entire team - we care, we create, and we collaborate to continue to deliver a whole range of activities from boating, paddling, walking and wheeling to living and playing and improving what the canals have to offer to our visitors and communities. We also work collaboratively with our partners and stakeholders to contribute to a wealthier, fairer, greener and more resilient Scotland.

As an employer we offer a truly unique opportunity to be part of our team, help us realise our vision and contribute to safeguarding our heritage and ensuring our canals flourish now and in the future.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our Engineering team in Glasgow. You will take the lead on a range of engineering and infrastructure projects being delivered by the Engineering & Infrastructure team. Working to a Senior Project Manager, you will deliver projects which enhance the asset health and resilience of the canal network to ensure our canals flourish for the long-term. You will manage the external contractors and consultants undertaking the project works. Knowledge of Health & safety regulations and compliance with heritage and environmental legislation as well as construction design standards are fundamental aspects of the role, such that Scottish Canals can address risks and issues effectively.

The role is offered on a permanent basis, and with a salary of £39,290 - £42,934 (Band E). Working hours 35 hours per week, Flexible working is available with this role

Scottish Canals offer a generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days, plus 10 public holidays, along with enhanced sick pay, discounted shopping vouchers, health cash plan and a contributory pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution.

Primary responsibilities of the role:

• Using appropriate systems, scope and plan project(s) and where appropriate liaise with the project sponsor. Plan and sequence project activities, define goals and deliverables. Identify and manage project milestones ensuring factors do not cause delay or become critical to the delivery of the programme. Regularly update systems with required project information and generate milestone reports where required.
• Ensure appropriate stages of project(s) comply with Management of Contractors Direction. Ensure that all parties are aware of obligations under Construction Design Management (CDM) Regulations 2015.
• Develop project budget proposals, cost plan and the cash flow and where appropriate work in conjunction with the Finance team. Ensure that the plan is constantly updated and reflects changes in the project.
• Facilitate project meetings, prepare minutes taken and produce regular reports on all aspects of the project including budget, cost reporting, programme and progress, risk, safety and quality issues etc.
• Monitor performance of project suppliers (internal and external) in the deliverables of the project and their compliance with specified requirements and health and safety. Report any concerns to the Contracts Manager.
• Manage project risk using Scottish Canals defined risk management systems. Escalate significant risk related issues to appropriate management.
• Ensure that environmental and heritage issues are considered at all project phases in conjunction with the Sustainability team.
• Working collaboratively, support engagement with stakeholders regarding project works that directly affect customers' use of the waterway network, throughout the life of the project.
• Review project performance following completion in accordance with Scottish Canals' defined processes and standards, highlighting any areas for improvements or elements of good practice to be considered in future projects.
• Write and present reports at internal and external meetings.

Qualifications and knowledge required:

• Educated to Diploma/Degree level or equivalent experience in relevant discipline
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Ideally an accredited project manager -NEC, ECC or in the process of working toward accreditation

Skills and experience required:

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook with Excel to advanced level of proficiency
• Experience of developing and managing construction contracts and assessing Contractor costs and valuations
• Minimum 3 years experience in similar role

Qualities & abilities required:

• Ability to engage with different groups, clarify complex issues and generate respect, building effective partnerships to openly share knowledge and insight both inside and outside the organisation
• An effective team player with the ability to cope with changing circumstances and demand
• Flexible ad adaptable approach to work, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Confident in own skills and abilities and able to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Previous experience of working with Construction Professionals, Contractors and Engineering Consultants
• Valid Driving Licence

Scottish Canals reserve the right to close this vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.