Job Description
Project Manager - Bristol
Senior Project Manager – BristolSalary: £80,000 – £90,000 + Car Allowance + PensionLocation: Bristol (Regional Travel May Be Required)We are partnering with a major South West construction firm who, due to the award of a flagship £100 million scheme in Bristol, they are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to take a key leadership role on this long‑term project.This Senior Project Manager – Bristol position will see you taking responsibility for one of the region’s most significant technical builds, reporting into a Project Director / visiting Senior Manager while leading delivery across multiple phases. This is a rare opportunity to join a programme that will have considerable influence on skills, innovation, and wider economic activity across the South West.Project OverviewThis exciting scheme forms part of a major national investment into advanced technology, engineering capability and large‑scale infrastructure. The project combines:
* High‑spec new build structures
* Complex refurbishment and upgrade works
* Integration of cutting‑edge manufacturing and technical environments
* Multiple zones across a large operational estate
* Strict programme, quality, safety and stakeholder requirements
The scheme is widely regarded as a regional landmark project — a long‑term investment designed to strengthen local industry, boost regional capability, and create a lasting footprint within the UK’s advanced engineering and commercial sectors.Key Responsibilities
* Lead all operational and delivery aspects of a multi‑phase £100m programme
* Manage construction teams, package managers and subcontractors across several work zones
* Maintain rigorous control of programme, technical coordination and commercial interfaces
* Drive excellence in quality, health & safety, compliance and stakeholder communication
* Work closely with the Project Director to deliver strategic milestones and reporting
* Support long‑term planning, sequencing and integration of specialist technical environments
* Represent the contractor professionally with client teams, consultants and technical partners
About You
* Experienced Senior Project Manager with a track record delivering schemes £30m+
* Strong background across both new build and complex refurbishment
* Experience delivering schemes within technical, manufacturing, R&D, defence, aerospace or high‑security environments is highly advantageous
* Skilled in leading large multidisciplinary teams across multi‑zone estates
* Able to drive high standards, maintain strict programme control and communicate effectively at senior level
* SMSTS, CSCS (Manager level), First Aid preferred
What’s on Offer
* £80,000 – £90,000 salary + comprehensive package
* Opportunity to lead a landmark £100m multi‑phase scheme
* Senior‑level responsibility reporting into a Project Director
* Long‑term delivery programme offering stability and ongoing progression
* Strong regional presence with a contractor known for high‑quality complex builds
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply via the link below or contact James Mitchell at the Southampton Hays office for a confidential discuss # 4774663