Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager – HV Cable Installation Location: South of Edinburgh, Scotland Contract Type: Contract (Outside IR35) Duration: 15–18 months Start Date: May (flexible) Day Rate: Competitive (open to discussion) Overview We are supporting a leading utilities contractor delivering a major high-voltage (HV) cable installation project as part of a wider transmission programme in Scotland. An experienced Project Manager is required to take full ownership of a 12km multi-circuit cable route , ensuring safe, efficient, and on-time delivery across a complex linear infrastructure scheme. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of a multi-circuit HV cable installation project Coordinate and oversee civils workstreams, including: Trenching Ducting Reinstatement Access works Manage cable installation activities and jointing interfaces Oversee multiple subcontractors and site teams across concurrent work fronts Drive programme delivery, ensuring milestones and deadlines are met Maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance Provide regular progress reporting to stakeholders Key Requirements Proven experience delivering HV/EHV cable projects Strong background in civils works (trenching, ducting, reinstatement) Experience working on transmission, DNO, or utility-scale infrastructure projects Demonstrated ability to manage multiple work fronts on linear infrastructure schemes Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills Highly organised with a proactive, delivery-focused mindset Desirable Experience Experience on large-scale UK transmission programmes Familiarity with Scottish infrastructure projects or similar environments Additional Information This is a site-focused, hands-on role requiring regular on-site presence Outside IR35 contract Competitive day rate available (dependent on experience)