Details:
- Salary: £45,000 - 50,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Glasgow
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Job Title: Asbestos Project Manager
Location: Glasgow
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established asbestos consultancy in their search for an experienced Asbestos Project Manager to join their team in Glasgow.
This is a senior appointment within the business and an excellent opportunity for an experienced asbestos professional looking to step into a second-in-command type of position, working closely with senior management to oversee the day-to-day delivery of projects, support technical teams, and help drive the continued development of the operation.
The successful Asbestos Project Manager will have significant responsibility and autonomy, making this an ideal opportunity for someone looking to progress beyond traditional project management and establish themselves as a key member of the leadership team.
THE ROLE
As an Asbestos Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of a varied portfolio of asbestos projects across Glasgow and the wider Scotland region.
Alongside managing projects, you'll act as a senior point of contact within the business, supporting management with operational decisions, overseeing field-based teams, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring consistently high technical standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Managing asbestos surveying and analytical projects from initial instruction through to completion
Acting as a key second-in-command within the operation, supporting senior management with the day-to-day running of the business
Coordinating and supporting Asbestos Surveyors, Analysts, and other technical staff
Planning workloads, resources, site attendance, and project schedules
Acting as a senior point of contact for key clients
Developing and maintaining strong long-term client relationships
Providing technical guidance and support to field-based teams
Reviewing reports and project documentation to maintain technical and quality standards
Managing project performance, resources, deadlines, and client expectations
Supporting quotations, tenders, and business development activities where required
Helping develop junior and experienced members of the technical team
Ensuring projects comply with current asbestos legislation, HSG264, HSG248, HSE guidance, and relevant UKAS procedures
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Significant experience within the asbestos industry
Previous experience within project management, operations, technical management, or a senior supervisory position
Strong technical understanding of asbestos surveying and analytical services
Relevant BOHS qualifications such as P402, P403 and P404 are highly desirable
Previous experience managing or coordinating asbestos professionals
Strong leadership and people-management capabilities
Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and operational priorities simultaneously
Commercial awareness and an understanding of project performance
Full UK driving licence
Ambition to take on significant responsibility within a growing business
WHAT'S ON OFFER
£45,000 - £50,000 salary
Senior, second-in-command position within the business
Significant responsibility and autonomy
Company vehicle or car allowance
Company pension scheme
Ongoing training and professional development
Opportunity to influence the development and performance of the operation
Excellent long-term progression into more senior management
Permanent position within an established asbestos consultancy
If you are interested in this role, contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email