5 Project Management jobs in Fochabers, Moray

The Project Engineering Manager (North) will lead a multidisciplinary, cross-functional engineering team to successfully deliver complex projects spanning civil, mechanical, electrical, and other engineering disciplines. Annual Capital Project budgets vary in scope and scale, ranging from £50,000 individual equipment purchases to multimillion-pound investments involving complex infrastructure developments. This position requires overseeing multiple engineering projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with statutory regulations. The Project Engineering Manager is responsible for leading 3x Project Engineers of various engineering disciplines. The Project Engineers manage projects from initial conception through design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and final handover across Edrington's diverse operations. Additionally, the position will personally manage strategic projects of significant importance. Projects include infrastructure, distillation processes, new make spirit fillings, maturation operations, warehousing facilities, and associated operational equipment and systems. Although primarily based at The Macallan Estate, the Project Engineering Manager will be expected to provide oversight and support for engineering project activities across all Edrington's distillation and warehousing sitesMake an Impact

• Provide expert engineering oversight, specialist input, and technical advice for capital investments and operational enhancements
• Manage complex multidisciplinary projects, using project management standard methodologies to deliver projects from inception through to successful completion, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement, feasibility analysis, budget management, project planning, and timely reporting
• Oversee design, construction, install and commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, quality requirements, and operational readiness
• Foster strong collaboration with internal teams such as Operations, Compliance, Brands, Whisky Makers and Guest Experience teams
• Work with multiple external stakeholders including consultants, architects and engineering subject matter experts, governing bodies and local authorities
• Maintain rigorous adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards, fostering a culture of safety and compliance across projects and teams
• Ensure all equipment and plant installations comply with statutory legislation and industry best practices, including robust change management processes and HAZOP analysis
• Proactively manage equipment obsolescence to ensure operational continuity and reduce risk
• Ensure project documentation, technical drawings (layouts, P&IDs), and technical specifications are accurate, current, and fully aligned with modifications to plant infrastructure
• Drive innovation and support the adoption of advanced process control technologies, energy-efficient solutions, and sustainable engineering practices
• Stay abreast of technological advancements and regulatory changes, ensuring proactive compliance and continual improvement
  
  BEng Hons Degree qualification and/or Masters Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering
• Extensive experience managing engineering projects from design through to delivery within production or process environments
• Experience in manufacturing, chemical, food processing, distillation, oil and gas or energy industries is desirable
• Experience in process industries with practical knowledge of DSEAR regulations, ATEX equipment, hazardous areas, steam systems, water treatment, compressed air systems, pumps, rotating equipment, and process pipework
• Comprehensive understanding of Health & Safety legislation, such as IOSH Managing Safely, Process Safety or NEBOSH certification
• In-depth knowledge of statutory H&S requirements (COMAH, DSEAR) and environmental regulations
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and influencing abilities
• Proficiency in technical software including MS Project, SmartSheet and AutoCAD
• IT literacy (Office 365, SAP)
  
  Our vision is to give more by crafting exceptional ultra-premium spirit brands. The Macallan is our leading brand, supported by Highland Park and The Glenrothes in the fast-growing single malt category and Naked Malt in the blended malt category. Our portfolio is completed with Brugal premium rum from the Dominican Republic, The Famous Grouse Blended Scotch Whisky, and Wyoming Whiskey in the American Whiskey category. Edrington also has a strategic partnership with No.3 London Dry Gin.
Our principal shareholder is a charitable trust, so we were built to make a world of difference. Discover a place where values define our culture. The home of exceptional brands, where people and teams thrive.


• Salary £65,000 - £75,000
• Annual bonus
• Relocation support
• 37 days holiday, plus 4 Giving More volunteer days
• Save for retirement and invest in your future - pension contributions (employee up to 8.75%, employer up to 14%)
• Share in our success with up to 10% Share Reward scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Private medical insurance that covers the cost of private healthcare and includes round the clock access to GP services and menopause health line
• 24/7 support for you and your loved ones to counselling, life coaching and information on financial, mental, and physical wellbeing
• Experience our exceptional brands with a generous annual product allowance, plus at least 20% discount in our staff shop
• Embrace work-life harmony with opportunity for hybrid working, 26 weeks' paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and up to five paid carers leave days a year