Operational Project Manager

Operational Project Manager - Aberdeen

Location: Aberdeen (Altens)
Contract: 6 months initial contract (view to permanent)
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Rates: £28.89 PAYE / £39.00 Umbrella
Hours: 37 hours per week (7.4 hour days - 8h Mon-Thurs, 5h Friday)

Belcan Workforce Solutions is currently looking for an Operational Project Manager to join our team on a contract basis, supporting a major energy engineering environment based in Aberdeen.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Operational Project Manager to lead and coordinate projects within a fast-paced workshop and engineering setting, with a strong likelihood of the role progressing into a permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end project delivery, from tender management through to completion
Take ownership of commercial project performance and lifecycle reporting
Manage scope, specification, schedule, cost, and quality across assigned projects
Accurately track and report project progress using internal systems
Coordinate and manage third-party vendors and service providers
Liaise closely with engineering teams to define scopes and technical requirements
Communicate project updates and progress to key stakeholders
Work closely with workshop and planning teams to ensure efficient delivery
Drive a strong "right-first-time" delivery culture

✅ What We're Looking For

Proven experience as an Operational Project Manager within engineering, manufacturing, or energy sectors
Strong background in tender management and commercial project oversight
Experience managing subcontractors and vendor interfaces
Excellent organisational skills with high attention to detail
Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities
Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering and workshop teams
Experience with rotating equipment or similar environments is highly desirable

⭐ Why Apply?

Opportunity to join a global engineering environment via Belcan
High-impact role within a critical service and project delivery team
Clear route to a permanent position for the right candidate
Structured working week with an early Friday finish

If you're a driven Operational Project Manager looking for your next opportunity in Aberdeen, apply now to be part of a dynamic and growing team.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed