Capital Project Manager at West Highland Museum Trust

Working Hours: Negotiable
Contract: Fixed contract
Salary: Competitive Daily rate (at least £250 per day
Location: Fort William – Some Remote Working Possible
Closing date: 24/07/2026

About the Role

The role will initially cover the Development Phase of the project (expected to be up to 18 months), with the possibility of an extension to cover the Delivery Phase (a further 18 months) subject to successful fundraising. The West Highland Museum, one of Scotland’s most treasured independent museums, is embarking on an ambitious redevelopment programme that will transform how we preserve, interpret, and share the history and culture of the West Highlands. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead this landmark project and help shape the museum’s next century.

The museum is undertaking a comprehensive redevelopment to modernise its visitor experience, improve accessibility, expand exhibition capacity, and future proof the building. The Project Manager will lead the end to end delivery of this capital project, ensuring it is completed on time, on budget, and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Project leadership — Oversee the full lifecycle of the redevelopment, initially from design to readiness for delivery.
• Heritage sensitive planning — Ensure all works respect the museum’s historic building and collections. Our buildings are Grade B listed.
• Stakeholder engagement — Work with local communities, funders, Highland Council, and heritage bodies.
• Budget and funding oversight — Manage financial reporting for a multi million pound project supported by public and charitable funding.
• Procurement and contract management — Lead tendering processes and ensure compliance with procurement standards.
• Construction coordination — Liaise with contractors to ensure safe, high quality delivery in a live heritage environment.
• Reporting and governance — Provide regular updates to the Board of Trustees and key funders.

About You

We are looking for someone who brings:

• Experience delivering capital projects, ideally in museums, heritage, or historic buildings
• Strong understanding of conservation led design, building regulations, and CDM requirements
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• A collaborative approach to working with local communities and cultural partners
• Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder groups
• A proactive, solutions focused mindset
• Experience working with architects, engineers, and specialist heritage consultants

Why This Role Matters

This redevelopment will secure the future of the West Highland Museum for generations to come. You will play a pivotal role in preserving the stories, objects, and traditions that define the West Highlands — while helping create a renewed, accessible museum for the 21st century.

How to Apply

Please submit an Expression of Interest by email to pete@westhighlandmuseum.org.uk including your full contact details (name, company (if applicable) email, telephone and address).