Senior Project Manager - Bristol, UK
If you’re looking to progress your career as a Project Manager within the construction industry and would like to work for a leading, global consultancy on an exciting variety of projects across the built environment; then TSA Riley could have the perfect opportunity for you.
This is a permanent, full-time role to work in our Bristol office. You will join a small, personable and successful team of cost and projects managers in this office. Within your role, you will lead the delivery of project management services across a variety of exciting developments within the built environment. This could include new build, refurbishment, and fit‑outs projects across sectors such as residential, retail, healthcare, industrial & logistics and more.
Projects may range from individual initiatives through to complex programmes spanning multiple locations. You will play a key role in building strong client relationships, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard.
We are looking for a collaborative and detail‑oriented professional with proven experience managing construction projects from inception through to completion. Your background may include working within a consultancy, contractor, or client‑side role, and you will be comfortable handling both pre‑ and post‑contract responsibilities in a client‑facing environment.
At TSA Riley, we value flexibility, autonomy, and high performance. We offer a supportive team culture, opportunities to work with major clients, and a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package. If you are ready to contribute to impactful projects and grow your career alongside a forward‑thinking consultancy, we encourage you to apply.
About Your Responsibilities
* Leading end‑to‑end project delivery, ensuring alignment with agreed scope, budget, and programme targets.
* Coordinating project inputs across procurement, design, delivery planning, site activity, and contractor engagement.
* Building strong, trusted relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders through clear, responsive communication.
* Applying sound judgement to identify and manage risks, resolve issues, and capture opportunities early.
* Driving commercial performance through effective budget control, contract administration, and management of scope changes.
* Using TSA Riley’s digital tools and systems to track progress, monitor risk, and support quality reporting.
* Ensuring compliance with project governance, quality, and safety frameworks.
* Leading and supporting team members with clear direction, regular feedback, and a focus on development and high performance.
* Supporting ongoing client growth by identifying opportunities and contributing to positive project outcomes.
* Contributing to business growth by supporting pipeline development, participating in bids and pursuits, and advancing sector initiatives.
About you
* A tertiary qualification in a field relevant to shaping or delivering projects in the built environment.
* May hold or be pursuing professional accreditation with a relevant professional body such as the CIOB, RICS or similar equivalent.
* Prior experience of working with clients and their projects within the built environment of the construction industry. Ideally, having managed a combination of projects across multiple sectors of the built environment.
* Experience in delivering construction‑related projects in a client‑side or consulting environment. We regret that this role is NOT suitable for Project Managers looking to transition from other industries such as IT, marketing or finance.
* Deep understanding of project lifecycles, commercial controls, and contract administration, including the ability to perform the role of Contract Administrator, Employer’s Agent, or equivalent as appropriate.
* Proven ability to manage scope, programme, and budget across complex projects, ensuring delivery against commercial and client expectations.
* Proficiency with digital tools and project systems to support planning, reporting, coordination, and quality assurance.
* Skilled in navigating stakeholder complexity, resolving conflict, and aligning diverse interests to drive project outcomes.
* A reputation for leading teams effectively and supporting others.
* Actively building professional reputation and connections through high‑quality delivery, knowledge sharing, and industry engagement.
About us
TSA Riley has a 130‑year heritage dating back to 1890 when Henry Riley Esq first established a quantity surveying practice in London. In Asia Pacific we trace our roots back to the 1980s through the merging of several respected, small project management and advisory firms.
Now, in the 21st century, we’re defining and pioneering a new way of helping our clients drive greater value and impact from their built assets.
Plan. Deliver. Optimise. We call this project consulting.
We provide expert strategic, commercial and operations advice; project and cost management; carbon advice; and dispute resolution. This uniquely broad range of services—across the project lifecycle—means we understand the interdependencies at every stage. We combine this with hands‑on experience and personalised service to drive greater value, impact and certainty for our clients’ projects.
Our Values
* We win together: Collaborate openly, learn from each other and succeed as one global team.
* We own it, always: Act with integrity and take responsibility to deliver with purpose.
* We focus on what matters: Striving for high standards to create meaningful, lasting and sustainable impact.
* We are curious: Embrace agility and change, explore ideas and turn our curiosity into progress.
TSA Riley is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We welcome applications from candidates who are interested in working with us but are not able to commit to a full‑time role and/or would require forms of flexible working. Additionally, we provide hybrid working as standard practice.
We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us if you require any adjustments that would support you throughout your application. recruitment@tsariley.uk No agencies please.
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