Project Manager in Perth

Job Description

Contract Project Manager – Luxury Residential & Infrastructure Development (Inside IR35)

Location: Perthshire (Fully Site-Based, accommodation available)

Day Rate: £500 per day (Inside IR35)

Contract: Long-term assignment, minimum 5 years

Working Pattern: 5 days per week on site

A leading global construction and property consultancy is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a long-term contract role supporting a major private estate development in Perthshire. This is a rare opportunity to work on a multi-year programme delivering luxury residential properties and significant new infrastructure within a prestigious rural estate. Accommodation can be provided during the working week if required.

Please note: Candidates from IT, Finance, Marketing or unrelated sectors will not be considered. Construction experience and proven contract administration (JCT or NEC) are essential.

Role Overview

As a site-based Project Manager, you will take responsibility for day-to-day delivery across allocated zones of the estate development. The project includes high-end residential units, new roads, utilities, groundworks and wider estate infrastructure.

You will be expected to:

• Lead and coordinate daily project delivery activities
• Manage contractors, subcontractors and design teams
• Oversee infrastructure works including roads, utilities and groundworks
• Administer JCT/NEC contracts and manage tender processes
• Maintain risk registers and manage change control
• Work closely with the on-site Client Lead and wider consultant team
• Respond to shifting priorities driven by plot sales and programme changes
• Uphold strict confidentiality and professionalism
• Report directly to the client while managing your own workstreams

Candidate Requirements

We are looking for a Project Manager with:

• Strong infrastructure experience (roads, utilities, groundworks)
• Demonstrable experience working with contractors and senior stakeholders
• Solid tendering and procurement experience (essential)
• A consultancy-style approach: diplomatic, personable and confident with a wide range of stakeholders, including UHNW clients
• Experience leading design teams and managing project controls
• An engineering or groundworks background (advantageous)

Additional Information

• Monday–Thursday: 8am–6pm
• Friday: Early afternoon finish
• Accommodation available during the week if required
• Long-term programme (minimum 5 years) offering stability and continuity

If you are an experienced construction Project Manager seeking a long-term, on-site contract role on a landmark development, we would welcome your application.