Senior Project Manager - Bristol
Salary: £100,000 - £120,000 + Car Allowance + Pension
Location: Bristol
Project Value: £115 Million
A major scheme in Bristol, valued at over £115 million, is now moving into an important phase of delivery, and we're looking to appoint an experienced Senior Project Manager to take a leading role. This is a long‑term, multi‑phase programme involving significant technical construction and ongoing redevelopment across a large operational estate.
About the Project
The programme brings together a broad range of construction and technical requirements. A key part of the work sits within a large manufacturing environment, incorporating laboratories, production areas, controlled and sensitive spaces, and a mix of new build and complex refurbishment.
The scheme includes:
High‑spec new build structures
Refurbishment and upgrade of existing facilities
Integration of labs, production lines and specialist technical environments
Multiple delivery zones within a manufacturing estateAs well as the scale of the initial work, this programme forms part of a long‑term investment plan, with further phases and future opportunities expected once this stage is completed.
Responsibilities
Lead delivery across several work zones within a multi‑phase, high‑value programme
Manage internal teams, subcontractors and package leads
Maintain strong programme control and support coordination of technical interfaces
Ensure quality, health & safety and compliance requirements are consistently met
Communicate clearly with stakeholders, consultants and senior leadership
Support sequencing, logistics and integration of specialist technical areasAbout You
Senior Project Manager with experience overseeing schemes of £30m+
Comfortable with both new build and complex refurbishment
Background in technical, manufacturing, R&D, defence, aerospace or regulated environments would be beneficial
Strong leadership skills across multidisciplinary teams and multi‑zone estates
Confident communicator with the ability to maintain clarity across a complex programme
SMSTS, CSCS (Manager level) and First Aid preferredWhat's on Offer
£100,000 - £120,000 salary
Car allowance + pension
Involvement in a major £115m+ programme with long‑term continuity
Senior responsibility within a significant technical project
Stability and ongoing opportunity as further phases progressIf you'd like to talk this role through, please apply below or contact James Mitchell at the Southampton Hays office for a confidential conversation.
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