Senior Project Manager – Construction

Overview

In this role you lead complex, large-scale construction projects from inception to delivery, ensuring on-time, on-budget quality outcomes. You will guide cross-functional teams, implement governance and risk controls, and manage stakeholders and finances. The position sits within our Real Estate team in Bristol, focusing on high-impact programmes and client facing delivery. You will shape project approaches, mentor junior staff, and contribute to sustainable, compliant project execution.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible working environment
• healthy work-life balance
• incl. inclusive culture

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end management of large-scale construction projects from inception to completion
• Develop and maintain project plans with schedules, budgets, and resources
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to meet objectives
• Implement project governance, processes, and lifecycle controls
• Conduct risk assessments and devise mitigation strategies
• Monitor finances and manage change control
• Facilitate clear communication through meetings and reports
• Ensure safety, health, and environmental compliance
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with clients
• Mentor junior project managers to support development

Key requirements

• Bachelor in Construction Management
• Demonstrable experience managing large-scale construction projects
• PMP certification
• Proven track record delivering complex projects on time and within budget
• Strong knowledge of construction processes and industry best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project and Primavera
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Experience in a consultancy environment is preferred
• Familiarity with sustainable construction practices and LEED is a plus

• leadership
• communication
• interpersonal skills
• Microsoft Project
• Primavera
• risk assessment

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