Project Manager

Stantec; West of England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

Enhanced pension plan

Annual leave with buy/sell days

Private medical insurance

Group income protection & life cover

Hybrid working

Job summary

Stantec is looking for a highly organised and motivated person to train as a Project Manager in the Bristol & South region. You will work with technical and project teams across disciplines including Civil, Structural, MEP, Acoustic, Fire and Geoenvironmental engineering from Bristol and Gloucester offices.

You will be involved in the full lifecycle of projects and learn Stantec systems and processes with support from experienced Project Managers and Project Directors, with a hybrid/flexible

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant field is desirable, but relevant administrative experience will also be considered.
• Exposure to Stantec internal systems Oracle, IPS and PURS as well as strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with technical and financial teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple administrative tasks simultaneously, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Proactive attitude, commitment to continuous learning, and a desire to understand project lifecycle management.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Project Manager duties in setting up new multi-disciplinary projects when requested by the Client.
• Setup, manage and organise project folders with fee agreements, change orders so that they are readily available for the technical teams.
• Action and monitor budget uplifts when additional work stages are requested by the Client and work with the technical teams to identify change order opportunities.
• Support the implementation of change control procedures by documenting requests, tracking approvals, and updating records.
• Lead and support the technical team in the delivery of their work; coordinating, managing risk and assisting in problem-solving.
• Overseeing the commercial performance of projects.
• Undertake Project Management duties in tracking project performance as well as identifying issues with individual projects by reviewing weekly financial reports.
• Work closely with the Project Controller teams to facilitate project EAC updates and ensure forecasting requirements are met.
• Identify and resolve budget issues when identified during forecasting.
• Work with the technical teams and discipline leads to collate the information required for monthly billing reports and instruct the PA to raise invoices in accordance with Client specifications.

Skills

Organisational skills

Written & verbal communication

Multitasking & prioritisation

Independent working

Proactive attitude

Education

Degree in Business/Administration/Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Oracle

IPS

PURS

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a highly organised and motivated person to join our team and train as a Project Manager. The role involves working closely with the technical and project teams and over time be responsible for delivering projects over multiple clients and sectors within our Bristol & South region.

As a region, we deliver multi-disciplinary projects predominantly made up of Civil, Structural, MEP, Acoustic, Fire and Geoenvironmental Engineers based in our Bristol and Gloucester offices. You will be involved in the full lifecycle of projects and this position represents a great opportunity for aspiring project managers to learn all the Stantec systems and processes with the support of other experienced Project Managers and Project Directors.

The opportunity would suit an ambitious individual looking to take their next step within the project management function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake Project Manager duties in setting up new multi-disciplinary projects when requested by the Client.
• Setup, manage and organise project folders with fee agreements, change orders so that they are readily available for the technical teams.
• Action and monitor budget uplifts when additional work stages are requested by the Client and work with the technical teams to identify change order opportunities.
• Support the implementation of change control procedures by documenting requests, tracking approvals, and updating records.
• Lead and support the technical team in the delivery of their work; coordinating, managing risk and assisting in problem-solving.

Financial & Administrative Support:

• Overseeing the commercial performance of projects.
• Undertake Project Management duties in tracking project performance as well as identifying issues with individual projects by reviewing weekly financial reports.
• Work closely with the Project Controller teams to facilitate project EAC updates and ensure forecasting requirements are met.
• Identify and resolve budget issues when identified during forecasting.
• Work with the technical teams and discipline leads to collate the information required for monthly billing reports and instruct the PA to raise invoices in accordance with Client specifications.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Project Management, or Engineering) is desirable, but relevant administrative experience will also be considered.
• Exposure to Stantec’s internal systems including Oracle, IPS and PURS as well as strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with technical and financial teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple administrative tasks simultaneously, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Proactive attitude, commitment to continuous learning, and a desire to understand project lifecycle management.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality.

Why Join Us:

• We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024.
• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan supporting your continued development.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and access to wider networks across the business.
• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it.
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and more.
• Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [e-mail] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.