Project Manager

O; Bath; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package

Job summary

O'Neill & Brennan, in partnership with a respected main contractor, is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a prestigious £70 million heritage redevelopment in Bath. The role covers day-to-day management, coordinating subcontractors and delivering high-quality, safe outcomes on a technically complex heritage site over a three-year programme.

You will work alongside the Project Lead, lead site teams, ensure compliance with quality and safety standards, and maintain robust documentation and

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within Tier 1/2 contractor.
• Delivery of technically demanding projects £20m+.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, sequencing and quality management.
• Experience managing subcontractors and maintaining detailed records.
• Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day construction activities safely and to programme.
• Coordinate subcontractors and ensure standards are delivered as required.
• Maintain subcontractor records, progress and quality documentation.
• Review methodologies, specs and drawings to identify issues and solutions.
• Support Project Lead in programme management and stakeholder communications.
• Lead site management teams with accountability and attention to detail.

Skills

Project management

Subcontractor management

Quality management

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Documentation

Job description

Project Manager – £70m Heritage Redevelopment

Location: Bath, Somerset
Salary: £70,000–£80,000 per annum + package
Project Value: £70 million
Project Duration: 3 Years
Sector: Main Contracting | Heritage | Refurbishment

The Opportunity

O'Neill & Brennan are working in partnership with an established main contractor to appoint an experienced Project Manager for a prestigious £70 million redevelopment in the heart of Bath.

This landmark, three-year project involves the extensive transformation of an existing heritage building, presenting a technically complex construction environment where meticulous planning, exceptional attention to detail and high standards of delivery are essential.

Working alongside the Project Lead, the successful candidate will take a pivotal role in managing day-to-day construction operations, coordinating subcontractors and ensuring the project is delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety and technical compliance.

This position requires a technically accomplished, highly organised and professional Project Manager who takes genuine pride in the finer details of construction delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day construction activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with the project programme.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors, ensuring works are appropriately sequenced, monitored and delivered to the required standards.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate subcontractor records, including progress reporting, quality documentation, inspections and compliance records.
• Review construction methodologies, technical specifications and drawings, identifying potential issues and implementing appropriate solutions.
• Work closely with design, commercial and operational teams to ensure effective coordination throughout the construction process.
• Monitor construction quality, ensuring works comply with approved specifications, drawings and contractual requirements.
• Identify and manage technical challenges associated with working within an existing heritage structure.
• Maintain robust project documentation, reporting procedures and quality assurance processes.
• Support the Project Lead in programme management, progress reviews, subcontractor performance and stakeholder communication.
• Lead and coordinate site management teams, promoting a culture of accountability, professionalism and attention to detail.

About You

We are particularly interested in speaking with Project Managers who demonstrate a strong technical understanding of construction and a methodical, disciplined approach to project delivery.

Essential experience and attributes:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within an established Tier 1 or Tier 2 main contractor.
• A successful track record delivering technically demanding construction projects, ideally valued at £20 million or above.
• Excellent technical knowledge of construction methodologies, sequencing, design coordination and quality management.
• Demonstrable experience managing subcontractors and maintaining detailed, accurate records throughout the construction process.
• Exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail and a structured approach to project administration.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage professionally with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• The ability to anticipate technical challenges, resolve problems proactively and maintain consistently high standards.

Desirable experience:

• Heritage or listed building refurbishment.
• Complex structural alterations and refurbishment within existing buildings.
• High-specification construction projects involving intricate detailing and demanding quality requirements.

What's on Offer?

• £70,000–£80,000 basic salary, dependent on experience.
• Competitive employment package.
• The opportunity to work on a prestigious £70 million landmark development.
• A substantial three-year project programme, offering continuity and the opportunity to see a major scheme through to completion.
• A senior operational role working alongside an experienced Project Lead.
• The opportunity to further develop your career with an established main contractor delivering complex, high-value projects.