Job Description

Senior Project Manager – Large Scale Residential Development

Glasgow

Contract Scotland is delighted to be working in partnership with a leading residential developer to recruit an experienced Senior Project Manager for a major 600-unit development project in Glasgow.

This is a rare opportunity to join a highly regarded business delivering one of the city’s most significant large-scale residential developments. The project itself is both technically and commercially interesting, offering long-term security, strong career prospects, and the chance to lead a flagship scheme from a senior position.

We are keen to speak with ambitious construction professionals who have a strong track record in delivering large-scale residential or mixed-use developments and who thrive in complex, fast-paced environments.

The Role

As Senior Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for the successful delivery of this substantial development, overseeing all operational, programme, commercial, and health & safety aspects of the project.

Working closely with senior leadership, site teams, consultants, and subcontractors, you will play a key role in driving quality, performance, and delivery throughout the lifecycle of the development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of a major 600-unit residential development in Glasgow
• Manage project programme, budgets, quality, and operational performance
• Coordinate and lead multidisciplinary construction teams
• Ensure health & safety standards are maintained at all times
• Build strong relationships with consultants, subcontractors, and stakeholders
• Identify and manage project risks and delivery challenges
• Drive programme efficiencies while maintaining exceptional build quality
• Provide leadership and mentoring across the wider project team

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience delivering large-scale residential or mixed-use developments
• Strong leadership and team management capability
• Excellent commercial awareness and programme management skills
• Main contractor or residential developer background preferred
• Ability to manage complex projects from inception through to completion
• Relevant construction qualifications advantageous

What’s On Offer

• Opportunity to lead a flagship residential development in Glasgow
• Long-term career progression with a respected developer
• Very competitive salary
• Excellent benefits package
• Stable pipeline of future work
• Supportive and forward-thinking working environment

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Contract Scotland.