Project Manager (South West)

Thorn Baker Construction; Woodford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Health Cash Plan

Private medical insurance

Car scheme or car allowance

Enhanced parental leave

Professional membership support

Cycle to Work scheme

Death in Service benefit

Job summary

Thorn Baker Construction is seeking an experienced Project Manager for site-based delivery in the South West. You will oversee delivery from inception to completion, coordinating clients, subcontractors and internal teams to ensure projects meet schedule, budget and quality targets.

The role demands strong leadership, clear communication and a proactive, problem-solving approach. CIOB or RICS qualifications with SMSTS and CSCS are advantageous, and a collaborative environment supports

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications such as CIOB or RICS, alongside SMSTS and CSCS, would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and manage detailed project plans, including Construction Phase Plans, Quality Plans and Environmental Plans.
• Ensure high standards of health, safety, quality and welfare are maintained throughout each project.
• Lead project meetings, including design coordination, progress reviews and stakeholder meetings, ensuring actions are monitored and delivered.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers and site teams to ensure works are completed in line with specifications, programme and budget.
• Monitor project programmes, schedules, resources and progress to ensure successful delivery.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, risk registers, site records and regular reporting.
• Identify and manage operational, programme and commercial risks.
• Work closely with commercial and operational teams to maintain financial control and maximise project performance.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support the successful handover and completion of projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Project planning

Construction management

Education

CIOB or RICS

SMSTS

CSCS

Job description

Project Manager - Construction

Location: South West (Site-based)

Are you an experienced Construction Project Manager looking for your next opportunity in the South West? We're looking for a proactive, organised and commercially aware Project Manager to take responsibility for delivering construction projects from inception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to a high standard of quality.

You'll work closely with clients, internal teams, subcontractors, suppliers and other key stakeholders to ensure projects run smoothly and achieve successful outcomes. The role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive environment where collaboration, progression and professional development are encouraged.

About the Role

As Project Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of allocated construction projects across the South West. You will oversee project planning, coordination and delivery, while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and project teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement and manage detailed project plans, including Construction Phase Plans, Quality Plans and Environmental Plans.

• Ensure high standards of health, safety, quality and welfare are maintained throughout each project.

• Lead project meetings, including design coordination, progress reviews and stakeholder meetings, ensuring actions are monitored and delivered.

• Manage subcontractors, suppliers and site teams to ensure works are completed in line with specifications, programme and budget.

• Monitor project programmes, schedules, resources and progress to ensure successful delivery.

• Maintain accurate project documentation, risk registers, site records and regular reporting.

• Identify and manage operational, programme and commercial risks.

• Work closely with commercial and operational teams to maintain financial control and maximise project performance.

• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.

• Support the successful handover and completion of projects.

Who You Are

We're looking for an experienced construction professional with:

• Proven experience managing construction projects from start to completion.

• Strong knowledge of construction processes, health & safety legislation and contract administration.

• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets, programmes and resources effectively.

• A proactive and solutions-focused approach to project delivery.

• Good understanding of project planning, reporting and construction management systems.

• The flexibility to work across projects throughout the South West.

Relevant qualifications such as CIOB or RICS, alongside SMSTS and CSCS, would be advantageous.

Benefits & Perks

A competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work/life balance and long-term career development:

• Generous annual leave, increasing with service.

• Health Cash Plan.

• Health & wellbeing support.

• Private medical insurance.

• Car scheme or car allowance.

• Enhanced parental leave.

• Professional membership support.

• Cycle to Work scheme.

• Death in Service benefit.

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