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Senior Project Manager
Scottish Rugby
Scottish Rugby is the governing body for rugby union in Scotland. Based at BT Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, we administer Scotland's international rugby teams, and Scotland's two professional clubs, Edinburgh Rugby and Glasgow Warriors.
Job Posted- 9 Jul 2026
Status- Full Time
Location- Scotland
Closing date- 2 Aug 2026
Build the future of one of Scotland's most iconic sporting venues.
At Scottish Rugby, this isn't just project management. It's the opportunity to lead a diverse portfolio of high-profile capital, infrastructure, lifecycle and remedial projects that shape the experience of thousands of fans, players, employees and visitors every year.
We're looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager who thrives in complex environments, can successfully juggle multiple large-scale projects, and enjoys turning ambitious plans into reality.
The Opportunity
As Senior Project Manager, you'll take ownership of a varied and challenging programme of works across Scottish Gas Murrayfield, Hive Stadium and the wider Scottish Rugby campus. From infrastructure upgrades and capital investments to essential lifecycle and remedial works, you'll ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and within budget.
This is a role for someone who can confidently operate in a fast-paced, live-event environment—balancing operational demands, managing competing priorities and bringing together diverse stakeholders to achieve outstanding results.
What you will be doing:
You'll lead multiple projects simultaneously, overseeing every stage of delivery from initial concept through to handover. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, you'll:
- Manage a portfolio of complex capital, infrastructure and facilities projects.
- Lead project planning, budgeting, risk management and programme delivery.
- Coordinate consultants, engineers, contractors and specialist suppliers.
- Drive decision-making, governance and project reporting.
- Manage project budgets, forecasts, costs and variations.
- Ensure compliance with health & safety and CDM requirements.
- Provide leadership and direction to the projects team, helping prioritise workload and deliver results.
What we’re looking for:
You'll be a highly organised and commercially minded project professional with a track record of delivering multiple complex projects in challenging operational environments.
We're particularly interested in candidates who bring:
- A recognised Project Management qualification.
- 6+ years' project management experience.
- Proven success managing multiple complex projects at the same time.
- Experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure, estates, facilities or building services.
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
- Experience leading contractors, consultants and project teams.
- Excellent financial and budget management capability.
- A solid understanding of Health & Safety legislation and CDM Regulations.
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Ready to make the next step in your career?
If you're an experienced project leader who enjoys complexity, thrives on challenge, and has the drive to deliver exceptional outcomes, we'd love to hear from you. Join Scottish Rugby and help shape the future of one of Scotland's most iconic sporting destinations.
Complete the application form and share the skills and experience you would bring to this role and also why you’d love to work at Scottish Rugby.
Scottish Rugby is an equal opportunities employer and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
How to Apply
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