Are you an enthusiastic team player?
Can you deliver exceptional results on a range of projects and drive success within a team?
Do you want to make a difference in a growing region?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our growing Energy division in Scotland - there has never been a better time to join!
THE ROLE
You will be part of our Energy team, responsible for managing your own team in the delivery of renewable energy projects in a Civils based environment throughout Scotland.
Our ideal candidate will have a variety of Civils experience, such as reinforced concrete structures and bridges, large scale earthworks operations, underground services/drainage, and road construction.
You will be responsible for the overall management of your project, with autonomy to deliver your programme of works.
You would report into the Senior Contracts Manager and have the below key responsibilities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead and manage renewable energy projects across Scotland.
- Lead teams through design, development and delivery with effective project management.
- Delivery of a portfolio of schemes.
- Oversee site operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Lead by example to embed high HSQE standards in project teams.
- Liaise with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to maintain strong relationships.
- Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, and reports.
- Commercially engage with Quantity Surveyors and Clients.
- Manage and develop a team of people.
- Lead project teams and promote a positive, collaborative working environment.
- Contribute to growth and engage new Clients.
- Ensure engineering compliance and strive for engineering excellence.
- Tender input.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- 7+ years experience of working in the Civils industry, particularly infrastructure projects with a focus on renewable energy.
- Ability to manage a high volume of workload effectivley.
- Strong leadership and organisational skills.
- Programming experience.
- Cost control experience.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Strong client relationship management experience.
- Flexible and willing to travel and work away from home when required.
- SMSTS 5 Day Site Safety certified, preferred but not essential (training can be provided).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
THE ESSENTIALS:
- Valid CSCS Manager card
- Full UK driving licence.
- Full First Aid certified.
- Qualified to degree level in civil engineering or HNC / HND.
- Proven track record in managing large-scale civils projects.
- Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
BENEFITS
At Story Contracting, we invest in our people. We provide award-winning training and development opportunities for all employees to help you get to where you want to be in your career.
In addition to a competitive salary, overtime payments, pension and a company car or car allowance, we show we care about our people by offering a health cash plan and wellbeing support to keep you fit and well - inside and outside of work.
We care about our communities too and offer our employees two paid volunteering days each year to spend as a team or individually.
WHY STORY?
Story Contracting is a privately-owned, award-winning infrastructure company who is financially secure and agile with a wide range of public, private and third sector clients who enjoy working with our talented and committed team. Our track record for delivery on time and to budget, safely and reliably, has meant repeat business from our clients, which is reflected in our motto of ‘Do It Right!’
Our values are at the heart of everything we do - the way we work and the behaviours we display. We believe that this is what makes Story Contracting and our people exceptional.
GROUNDED - Everyone is equal at Story. We are down to earth and treat each other with respect.
HARDWORKING - We all pull our weight and work hard for each other.
PROUD - We are proud of our safety, our projects, our people, our clients and the success we create together.
FAMILY - We nurture, train, develop and keep our people safe, just like a family. We are inclusive and do the right thing for the business and its people.
TRUSTED - What we say is what we do. Our clients, our people and our communities trust us to do it right.
WINNERS - We are hungry for success and want to be the best performing contractor for our clients, our people and our communities.
EVERY STORY MATTERS
We are proud to be a place where everyone can be part of the Story!
As part of our pledge to eliminate discrimination and encourage diversity among our Story Team, our ‘Every Story’ policy ensures all employees are a part of a diverse environment and always feel included.
All applicants will receive careful consideration for employment regardless of who you are, where you come from or what you believe in.
THINK YOU’D BE A GOOD FIT?
Then we'd love to hear from you. Successful applicants will be contacted shortly after the closing date.
Anticipated start date: late Spring/Summer 2026.
