Project Manager - Construction

Venn Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Gloucestershire is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee a large-scale transport infrastructure project. This hybrid role requires expertise in managing projects, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring project delivery within budget and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have experience with local authorities and be familiar with the South Gloucestershire area. Competitive daily rates apply.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing large-scale transport infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies.
• Ability to manage multi-agency delivery and resolve complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of the corridor scheme including planning and design issues.
• Lead communications and consultations with stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve risks and issues to maintain programme integrity.
• Monitor budgets and ensure value for money.
• Produce dashboards, reports, and programme updates.
• Manage design assurance and contractor involvement.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements.

Skills

Managing large-scale transport infrastructure projects

Project management methodologies (APM Level D or equivalent)

Working with local authorities and political stakeholders

Managing multi-agency delivery

Excellent communication skills

Local knowledge of South Gloucestershire network

Job description

Project Manager - Construction

Location: South Gloucestershire

Set-up:Hybrid

Rate:£450 - £475 per day inside IR35 via umbrella company

Duration:currently signed off until 31st of March 2026

Role Overview

• The Principal Project Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day delivery of the corridor scheme, ensuring it progresses to time, budget, and quality standards. The role includes:
• Leading the delivery of work packages from design through to construction
• Managing stakeholder relationships, including elected members, contractors, and consultants
• Overseeing procurement, land arrangements, and statutory processes
• Ensuring effective reporting, risk management, and issue resolution
• Supporting the Project Management Office (PMO) with programme assurance and governance

Key Responsibilities

• Project Delivery: Manage the delivery of the corridor scheme, including planning and design issue resolution, and on-site implementation.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Lead communications and consultations with internal and external stakeholders.
• Risk & Issue Management: Identify and resolve risks and issues to maintain programme integrity.
• Financial Oversight: Monitor budgets, approve purchase orders, and ensure value for money.
• Reporting: Produce dashboards, reports, and programme updates for senior leadership and Mayoral Combined Authority.
• Design & Procurement: Manage design assurance/resolution meetings, contractor involvement, and utility coordination.
• Governance: Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and internal governance processes.

Skills

• Proven experience in managing large-scale transport infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (APM Level D or equivalent)
• Experience working with local authorities and political stakeholders
• Ability to manage multi-agency delivery and resolve complex issues
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Local knowledge of South Gloucestershire network and ability to attend site/offices

At Venn Group, we endeavour to respond to all applications However due to the volume of applications we receive, if you have not heard from us within 48 hours please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion