Construction Project Manager

Watkin Jones Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave

Hybrid working

Wellbeing programme

Bonus potential

Pension and life insurance

Job summary

Watkin Jones plc is seeking an exceptional Construction Project Manager to lead the 890-bed PBSA development at Temple Island, Bristol. This role demands experience delivering large-scale residential schemes with a focus on safety, quality and on-time delivery.

You will coordinate the project team, manage subcontractors and consultants, drive the programme, mitigate risks, and ensure alignment with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 4, HND or Degree in Construction or Project Management or related discipline.
• SMSTS certification and a valid CSCS card.
• Strong understanding of construction lifecycle and build sequence.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient IT skills including MS Office and reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day delivery of a major high-rise residential development.
• Coordinate the project team, subcontractors and consultants to meet milestones.
• Monitor safety, quality, programme delivery and budget adherence.
• Provide regular updates to clients and stakeholders; mitigate risks.

Education

NVQ Level 4 / HND / Degree

SMSTS certification

CSCS card

MS Office

Tools

Project management software

Job description

At Watkin Jones, we're looking for an exceptional Construction Project Manager to help deliver our landmark 890-bed Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) development at Temple Island, Bristol.

This is not a role for someone looking to simply maintain the status quo. We're seeking a proven project manager with experience delivering large-scale, multi-storey residential or high-rise developments, who thrives in complex construction environments and is confident managing schemes of significant scale and value.

Working alongside the Construction Director, you'll play a pivotal role in taking this flagship project from construction through to successful completion, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, programme performance and stakeholder engagement throughout.

The Opportunity

The Temple Island project offers the chance to leave a lasting mark on a landmark scheme in a thriving city centre location.

You'll be responsible for coordinating the project team, managing subcontractors and consultants, driving programme delivery, mitigating risk, and ensuring the project is delivered safely, on time and within budget.

If you're experienced in managing large residential developments and enjoy leading from the front, we'd love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

As the Construction Project Manager, you will lead the day-to-day delivery of a major high-rise residential development, ensuring the project progresses safely, efficiently and in line with programme milestones. Working closely with the Construction Director, you will act as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders, building strong relationships and providing regular updates on project performance. You will oversee site operations, managing subcontractors, consultants and project teams to achieve the highest standards of quality and delivery. The role will involve proactively identifying and mitigating risks, coordinating procurement activities to support the construction programme, and ensuring full compliance with health, safety, fire and quality requirements. You will also monitor project progress, prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders, and support design development and construction planning to ensure the successful delivery of the scheme from inception through to completion.

About You

We're particularly interested in speaking with individuals who have experience delivering:

• High-rise residential developments.
• Large-scale apartment, PBSA, Build-to-Rent or mixed-use schemes.
• Multi-million-pound construction projects from inception through to completion.
• Complex city-centre developments with multiple stakeholders.

You’ll also have:

• NVQ Level 4, HND or Degree in Construction, Project Management or a related discipline.
• SMSTS certification and a valid CSCS card.
• A strong understanding of the full construction lifecycle and build sequence.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to balance programme, budget and quality objectives.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and confidence learning and using project management and reporting systems.

What Success Looks Like

You’ll be someone who remains calm under pressure, can make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment, and has the credibility and experience to lead teams delivering complex developments. You'll understand what it takes to successfully deliver a project of this scale and will be motivated by the challenge of creating a landmark scheme that will shape Bristol's skyline for years to come.

Ready for Your Next Challenge?

If you've successfully delivered high-rise residential projects and are looking for the opportunity to lead a flagship development with one of the UK's leading developers and contractors, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Choose Watkin Jones Group?

Joining us means becoming part of a company that’s not only deeply rooted in history but also firmly focused on the future. We’re committed to creating high-quality rental homes, fostering vibrant communities, and driving sustainable development.

At Watkin Jones, we believe in investing in our people. Here’s what we can offer you:

• Work-Life Balance:25 days of annual leave (increasing with tenure), hybrid working arrangements, and discounted gym memberships.
• Wellbeing:Access to 'Your Wellbeing' programme & OpenUp - a confidential wellbeing platform.
• Rewards:Discretionary annual bonus, health cash plan, life insurance, and more.
• Benefits:Exclusive shopping discounts, and a contributory pension scheme.

This is an opportunity to take on a high-impact role within a forward-thinking company. In return, we offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the chance to work on major projects that shape the built environment.

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