Project Manager - Bristol

Senior Project Manager – BristolSalary: £80,000 – £90,000 + Car Allowance + Pension
Location: 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