Project Manager
Pay: £50,000-£70,000, based on experience.

Location: Glasgow, Manchester, Newcastle, Leeds

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Department: Infrastructure, water, utilities, highways

The Opportunity:

Ford and Stanley are seeking experienced and aspiring Project Managers to join our clients growing teams. With a strong pipeline of prestigious infrastructure projects across transportation (rail and aviation), highways, utilities and water this role offers the chance to diversify a project portfolio while working alongside a supportive and high-performing team.

You’ll lead end-to-end project delivery, acting as the key client interface and ensuring outcomes are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This is a chance to influence major programmes and contribute to industry-leading change.

Responsibilities:

Lead project management commissions from inception to completion

Advise clients strategically at project start-up, helping define success criteria

Establish and maintain project governance, systems, and master plans

Manage project development against approved targets and schedules

Lead cross-functional teams and facilitate collaboration across stakeholders

Monitor performance using KPIs and manage change control processes

Develop budgets and control costs against forecasts

Communicate project progress through reports and meetings

Identify and mitigate risks, including Health & Safety and Environmental concerns

Ensure quality, safety, and compliance throughout project lifecycle

Support business development and cross-selling opportunities

The Candidate:

We’re looking for dynamic professionals with a passion for infrastructure and a proven ability to lead complex projects.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

Degree in a construction-related subject

NEC3/NEC4 accreditation (preferred)

Chartered or qualified with ICE, APM, RICS (preferred)

Experience managing infrastructure projects across transport, utilities, or highways

Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills

Proven ability to lead teams and deliver to time, cost, and quality targets

Commercial awareness and strategic thinking