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We are seeking an experienced NEC Project Manager to deliver the Hunterston Plant under the NEC suite of contracts. You will play a key role in ensuring successful project outcomes through strong contract administration, proactive risk management, and change control, with involvement on developing the strategy for the overall programme of projects to follow. The NEC Project Manager will report to the Project Director – Hunterston. Working closely with contractors, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in line with NEC principles of collaboration and transparency.

Key Responsibilities

Act as Project Manager under NEC3/NEC4 contracts.

Manage Early Warnings, chair risk reduction meetings, and drive proactive risk management.

Assess and manage Compensation Events, including time and cost impacts.

Review and accept programmes and monitor progress against key milestones.

Oversee cost control, forecasting, and payment assessments.

Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality, and governance requirements.

Contract administration, assessments, reviews and the development of ‘lessons learnt’ reports.

The Project Manager is expected to co-ordinate the contract administration to ensure the efficient management of risk and the successful delivery of the project.

To be successful in the role:

Essential:

Proven experience managing projects under NEC contracts.

5+ years’ experience on NEC projects.

Excellent attention to detail

Strong understanding of NEC contract mechanisms and change control.

Commercially aware with strong problem-solving ability.

Able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced project environment.

Desirable:

LLM/ NEC Project Manager/ SMSTS Qualification

Recognised qualification in an Engineering discipline

Experience working on projects relating to energy or energy storage industry an advantage.

Background in infrastructure, construction or utilities

Professional membership (APMP or similar)

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