Title: Project Manager - Delivery
Location: Glasgow
Department: Downing Renewable Developments
To apply, you must have the full right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
About Downing
Downing is dedicated to delivering investments that matter – for our economy, our health, our society, our local communities and our environment.
For over 35 years, our highly experienced team and our entrepreneurial spirit has driven us to seek out long-term and unique opportunities that solve challenges faced by investors, companies and society.
From our headquarters in the City of London, and from offices in Cardiff, Glasgow, Helsinki and Stockholm, we structure and manage innovative investments that meet specific investor needs and look to the future with conviction. Our 200-plus employees drive our vision of long-term value creation, which we achieve by being bold, straightforward and ambitious.
Guided by these principles we have a broad range of investment opportunities. Our private market offerings include renewable energy infrastructure, private equity and private credit. In public markets, we have a boutique of specialist fund managers that provide a distinctive suite of investment mandates.
As a certified B Corp, we take our responsibilities, to our investors, our stakeholders and society, seriously. We invest for return while always considering our impact on the world.
Diversity is important to us, and we see the benefits that having a team with a range of backgrounds and perspectives can bring. We are bold and ambitious, straightforward and we support each other. These core values are vital to everything we do – from the businesses we invest in, to the people we hire.
Downing Renewable Developments
Downing Renewable Developments (DRD) is a renewable development team, responsible for identifying suitable renewable energy project opportunities and then undertaking the required grid connection, land agreement and planning processes to obtain successfully developed projects. Following the development phase of the projects, they will then be constructed and operated long term.
Role and responsibilities
Are you enthusiastic about renewable energy and looking to play a key role in delivering major construction projects? We’re looking for a Project Coordinator to join our Glasgow-based Renewable Construction team.
In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating resources, meetings, and project information to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of multiple renewable construction projects. You’ll support the planning and organisation of all project activities, ensuring they are completed within the agreed timeframes, budget, and scope.
Project Coordination & Communication
- Coordinate project resources, meetings, and information to support the successful delivery of renewable construction projects.
- Maintain regular communication with project managers, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
- Organise, attend, and actively participate in project and stakeholder meetings.
- Prepare presentation materials and ensure timely communication of key updates.
Documentation & Reporting / Financial tracking
- Prepare and deliver progress reports, including schedule updates, and support the Project Managers with all budgets related financial activities.
- Document all project activities, including inspection records, daily updates, change orders, and as-built documentation.
- Ensure all project documentation is accurate, accessible, and compliant with required frameworks
Project Delivery Support
- Assist with project planning, scheduling, and tracking of tasks.
- Provide administrative and operational support across the project lifecycle.
- Monitor project deadlines and ensure all actions and tasks are followed up and completed on time.
- Undertake project-related tasks required to support successful delivery.
Risk & Issue Management
- Identify and assess project risks or issues, proposing solutions where appropriate.
- Work with project managers to support mitigation actions and maintain project stability.
Key skills and experience
We’re looking for someone who brings the right blend of industry knowledge, technical capability, and effective communication skills. Ideally, you will have:
Experience & Background
- Experience in construction management or working within the renewable energy sector.
- A solid understanding of project coordination within engineering, construction, or infrastructure environments.
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate clearly at all levels.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Planning and coordination abilities, ensuring tasks and activities are executed efficiently.
- Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy across documentation and reporting.
- Competence in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate with colleagues, contractors, and stakeholders.
- The ability to prioritise workloads and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced project environment
Personal profile
We’re seeking someone who not only has the right technical skills, but also embodies the behaviours and mindset that make our team successful:
- Enthusiastic and proactive – you’re happy to roll up your sleeves, get involved, and take ownership.
- A true team player – you enjoy working with others, contributing positively to an open, honest, and fun culture.
- Customer oriented – you’re approachable, friendly, and professional, always ready to help and ensuring nothing is ever too much trouble.
- Assertive and execution focused – you drive actions forward, solve problems, and make things happen.
- Clear and eloquent communicator – you explain complex ideas in simple, relevant terms and communicate confidently in English.
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We appreciate all interest in Downing and applications received, however please note we will only be able to contact the most suitable applicants.
About Downing
Downing is dedicated to delivering investments that matter – for our economy, our health, our society, our local communities and our environment.
For over 35 years, our highly experienced team and our entrepreneurial spirit has driven us to seek out long-term and unique opportunities that solve challenges faced by investors, companies and society.
From our headquarters in the City of London, and from offices in Cardiff, Glasgow, Helsinki and Stockholm, we structure and manage innovative investments that meet specific investor needs and look to the future with conviction. Our 200-plus employees drive our vision of long-term value creation, which we achieve by being bold, straightforward and ambitious.
Guided by these principles we have a broad range of investment opportunities. Our private market offerings include renewable energy infrastructure, private equity and private credit. In public markets, we have a boutique of specialist fund managers that provide a distinctive suite of investment mandates.
As a certified B Corp, we take our responsibilities, to our investors, our stakeholders and society, seriously. We invest for return while always considering our impact on the world.
Diversity is important to us, and we see the benefits that having a team with a range of backgrounds and perspectives can bring. We are bold and ambitious, straightforward and we support each other. These core values are vital to everything we do – from the businesses we invest in, to the people we hire.
About the team
IT Operations and Security is a growing team at Downing with the primary goal of improving operational efficiency across the business. The team is also responsible for Information Security, Data Governance, and ISO accreditation, this role will have some involvement in these areas.
Role and responsibilities
The IT Operations Assistant serves as a central coordinating role, facilitating the effective functioning of the IT department by providing support in procurement, inventory management, logistics, record keeping, and compliance. Although this position is not exclusively technical, it is integral to IT delivery, bridging people, processes, and systems within the organisation.
Participation in ongoing training, professional development and compliance training in line with an FCA-registered business would be expected.
Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
Operational and administrative support
- Maintain and update records, databases, and documentation related to IT operations.
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of IT process documentation, checklists and standard operating procedures.
- Help draft and update user guides, FAQs, and training materials for internal systems and tools (e.g., ClickUp, ITOS, Power BI, SharePoint)
- Collaborate with various departments to ensure smooth execution of IT initiatives
- Collate and prepare data used for IT operational reporting.
Inventory procurement
- Help with the procurement and inventory management of IT assets.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure timely replenishment of stock.
- Conduct regular audits of inventory to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.
Managing couriers
- Coordinate and manage courier services for the IT department, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of equipment.
- Track and document all shipments and resolve any issues related to courier services, including delays or lost items.
Induction and access setup
- Facilitate onboarding of new starters: ensure access to ClickUp, ITOS, Power BI, and shared folders.
- Support leavers’ processes and maintain system access hygiene
Key skills and experience
The ideal candidate will have the following:
- Broad understanding of IT systems, networks, and software applications.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with team members and other departments.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
- Creative approach to finding solutions and improving processes.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle unexpected challenges
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
- Efficient time management skills.
- Commitment to providing excellent support to users.
- Experience in managing IT inventory and procurement processes.
- Ability to track and manage IT assets and supplies.
- Experience in a similar IT support or administrative role would be beneficial.
Personal profile
Detail-oriented and proactive IT Admin Support professional with experience in providing comprehensive administrative support. Adept at managing IT assets, and ensuring seamless communication between departments. Known for good problem-solving skills, strong organisational abilities, and a commitment to delivering high-quality support to enhance operational efficiency.
- Passionate about what you do - you are always happy to roll up your sleeves.
- Team player – have fun! We do our best to cultivate an open, honest, hard-working but fun culture at Downing.
- Customer oriented - you are approachable, friendly and professional whilst working diligently. Nothing is too much trouble.
- Assertive and focus on execution – you make things happen.
- Eloquent – you can explain complex things in simple, relevant terms, and in good English.
This role is perfect for someone who:
- Has administrative or operational experience in a tech-related environment.
- Understands IT and systems thinking.
- Enjoys organising, tracking, and making things run smoothly behind the scenes.
- Wants to grow knowledge of broader IT operations, security, or governance areas.
Pay and benefits
For the successful candidate, we will put together an attractive reward package that will include:
- Competitive salary dependent on experience and qualifications
- Discretionary bonus
- Pension scheme
- Health insurance
- Life assurance
- Income Protection
- Death in service
- Additional social perks
Additional details
All candidates must be eligible to work in the UK or have a working visa.
We endeavour to reply to all individual applicants and will provide feedback for any candidates that reach the interview stage.
Please note, we are committed to sourcing candidates directly and as such we do not accept speculative CVs from agencies.
To understand what information we collect about you, how we will use it and for what purpose, please read our privacy notice
