Project Manager

£55,500 to £65,500 + up to 6% bonus + company car Company car eligibility is subject to business mileage requirements. Full details will be provided during the recruitment process. Location: Scotland & North region (Hubs: Livingston, Aberdeen, and Bishop Auckland) Working pattern: Hybrid, with a minimum of 3 days a week on site Travel: Regular travel within the region, including the Scotland & North hubs Location requirement: Based within the Scotland & North region and within reasonable travelling distance of operational sites About Us At National Gas, the work we do matters. As Britain's national gas network, we help keep the lights on, businesses running, and homes warm by maintaining the critical infrastructure that transports gas across Great Britain. While providing the energy security Britain relies on today, we're also helping transform the network for a clean energy future. Join us and help secure Britain's energy. About The Role As a Project Manager in our Scotland & North region, you'll lead the delivery of construction and asset investment projects across critical gas transmission infrastructure, including compressor station assets and associated above ground installations and pipelines. You'll manage projects from concept through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Why this role matters The Scotland & North region is a strategically important part of the Gas Transmission network. It maintains compressor stations across Aberdeen, Kirriemuir, Avonbridge, Wooler and Bishop Auckland, and is home to the St Fergus North Sea Gas Terminal. Supported by key corporate and technical teams based in Livingston and Aberdeen, the region plays a vital role in maintaining energy security and operational resilience. In this role, you'll help deliver investment projects that strengthen critical national infrastructure and support the safe operation of assets that homes, businesses, and communities rely on every day. Your work will help ensure our network remains safe, reliable, and ready to meet future energy needs. What you’ll be doing Lead a portfolio of construction and investment projects across the gas transmission networkDeliver projects safely, on time, within budget, and to agreed technical specificationsWork closely with engineers, contractors, designers, and stakeholders to develop and deliver effective project solutionsDrive strong health, safety, environmental, and quality performance throughout the project lifecycleManage project budgets, forecasts, contracts, and commercial performance to achieve the best outcomesInfluence project designs to improve safety, buildability, maintainability, and whole-life asset valueBuild strong working relationships across the business and with external partners to support successful project delivery What you’ll bring This role would suit someone with a strong engineering background who enjoys delivering complex infrastructure projects in operational environments. You’ll be comfortable working with technical specialists, contractors, and stakeholders, and have experience supporting projects involving critical mechanical assets and pipelines. Essential Proven experience delivering construction, engineering, or infrastructure projects from development through to completionEngineering background with a strong understanding of mechanical, process, or operational assetsHNC/HND qualification, or equivalent, in Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical disciplineExperience working with high pressure gas assets or similar critical mechanical equipment within an industrial, energy, or utilities environmentStrong understanding of project planning, scheduling, risk management, and project controlsExperience managing budgets, forecasting costs, and overseeing commercial performanceKnowledge of contract management, including NEC4 contractsFull UK driving licence Desirable Experience working on gas transmission, energy, utilities, or other critical infrastructure projectsKnowledge of compressor stations, terminals, pipelines, or above-ground installationsAPMP qualification, or working towards accreditationNEC4 accreditation, or working towards accreditationHealth, safety, environmental, or financial management training within a construction or engineering environment Security clearance This role is subject to National Security Vetting (NSV). Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain Security Clearance (SC) throughout their employment. For further information, visit GOV.UK (UK Security Vetting: Clearance Levels). What we offer Market-leading double-match pension (up to 12% company contribution)Annual performance bonus up to 6%Company car (subject to business mileage)Access to the Tusker salary sacrifice car scheme26 days holiday (plus statutory holidays)10x salary life assurance and income protectionFlexible benefits including healthcare, dental, and technology optionsFamily-friendly policies, wellbeing support, and professional development opportunities Inclusive recruitment We're building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve, championing diversity, and creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued for their unique contribution. We support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond. 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