Junior Project Manager - High-End Residential Construction

Thorn Baker Construction; Ampney Crucis; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Thorn Baker Construction in Gloucestershire is seeking a Graduate Project Manager to join their specialist team working on high-end residential projects.

You will support delivery from planning to completion, coordinating with site teams, designers and clients, and helping develop programmes, procurement and budgets for bespoke builds and restorations. This role offers hands-on experience and real progression in a respected contractor with a craft-led approach.

Qualifications

• A degree or HNC/HND in Construction Management, Project Management, Building Surveying or related discipline.
• Interest in high-end residential construction, refurbishment or bespoke building.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Confidence communicating with different teams and stakeholders.
• Good IT and Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ambition to take on increasing responsibility as experience develops.
• Previous construction experience or placement year would be advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and coordination of construction projects.
• Assist with project programmes, schedules and progress tracking.
• Work closely with site, design and joinery teams.
• Support communication with clients, architects and designers.
• Maintain project documentation and records.
• Assist with procurement and subcontractor coordination.
• Monitor project progress, quality and deadlines.
• Attend site meetings and help resolve day-to-day project issues.
• Support health, safety and quality requirements.
• Develop understanding of budgets, costs and commercial project management.
• Gain exposure to projects from concept through to completion.

Skills

Organised

Proactive

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Construction Management or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Thorn Baker Construction in Gloucestershire is seeking a Graduate Project Manager to join their specialist team working on high-end residential projects.

You will support delivery from planning to completion, coordinating with site teams, designers and clients, and helping develop programmes, procurement and budgets for bespoke builds and restorations. This role offers hands-on experience and real progression in a respected contractor with a craft-led approach.