Force Contracting Services are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Kilmarnock.

The project is due to commence in mid-September 2026 and is expected to run for approximately 2 years, with the overall works valued at circa £15m.

The successful candidate will have a strong civil engineering background, relevant experience working on BESS sites, and be able to manage a project of this scale.

Scope of Works:

• Enabling works
• Site preparation
• Earthworks
• Drainage
• Access roads
• Hardstanding
• Equipment foundations
• Fencing foundations
• Ducting and trenching
• Reinstatement
• All associated civil works required to provide a complete and operational BESS site

Responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for project delivery from mobilisation through to completion.
• Lead and manage the project delivery team.
• Manage Site Managers, Site Engineers, General Foremen and subcontractors.
• Develop and manage the construction programme.
• Monitor progress, costs, quality and performance.
• Manage client, consultant and stakeholder relationships.
• Coordinate the supply chain and subcontractors.
• Manage project risks and resolve issues.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and to specification.
• Oversee completion, snagging and handover.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering.
• Relevant experience working on BESS sites.
• Experience managing major civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of construction delivery and project management.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Strong programme and commercial awareness.
• SMSTS.
• CSCS.
• Relevant construction or engineering qualification.

Interested? Apply today with your up-to-date CV and one of our team will be in touch.