Senior Project Manager (Construction)

The Senior Project Manager (Construction) role sits within the council’s Portfolios, Programmes and Projects (PPP) Service — a well‑established function that delivers transformation, change and capital construction projects across the whole organisation, overseeing a programme of major construction projects, including £30+ million education-related projects, alongside infrastructure, harbourside and children’s home developments. This work directly contributes to improving outcomes for children, young people and communities across Bristol.

It is a particularly exciting time to join the team as we undergo a period of change and growth. We are strengthening our approach, reshaping our delivery culture, and establishing a high standard for construction project delivery.

You will play a pivotal role in this transition — leading project teams, helping to embed best practice, uplift capability and set new expectations for excellence and consistency across complex construction programmes.

You will bring significant experience in leading large construction projects, with robust technical capability — including a strong working knowledge of CDM regulations and site‑based delivery practices — ensuring compliance, safety and effective coordination with contractors, designers and internal teams.

We welcome applications from those ready to take a significant step in their career, combining leadership, commercial judgement and technical expertise within a well‑resourced and high‑profile programme.

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How do I apply?

Please Send Us Your CV (max 2 A4 Pages), Along With a Supporting Statement, With a Maximum Of 1,000 Words, Which Demonstrates By Practical Example How You Meet The Following Criteria:

• Qualified to degree level or equivalent (or has developed skills and experience to this level) with advanced knowledge and practical application of a recognised project management methodology such as Prince2
• Detailed understanding of the laws, regulations and standards associated with the development and delivery of construction projects, including, for example, the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations (CDM 2015)
• The ability to plan projects with complex, intra- and inter-organisational dependencies and multiple organisations partnering the delivery – then to actively use these plans in the successfully delivery of projects
• Experience in construction procurement, contract- and supplier management to ensure that the right suppliers are sourced and that they deliver to their contractual commitments.
  
  

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Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high profile organisation.

Join us and you’ll receive a generous rewards package including flexible working arrangements, flexi-time and membership of the Local Government Pension scheme. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.

At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the City we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community, and we particularly encourage applicants from women, Black and racially minoritised, Disabled,LGBTQ+ candidates who are currently under-represented within our service area. Appointments will be made on merit.

The Senior Project Manager (Construction) role sits within the council’s Portfolios, Programmes and Projects (PPP) Service — a well‑established function that delivers transformation, change and capital construction projects across the whole organisation, overseeing a programme of major construction projects, including £30+ million education-related projects, alongside infrastructure, harbourside and children’s home developments. This work directly contributes to improving outcomes for children, young people and communities across Bristol.

It is a particularly exciting time to join the team as we undergo a period of change and growth. We are strengthening our approach, reshaping our delivery culture, and establishing a high standard for construction project delivery.

You will play a pivotal role in this transition — leading project teams, helping to embed best practice, uplift capability and set new expectations for excellence and consistency across complex construction programmes.

You will bring significant experience in leading large construction projects, with robust technical capability — including a strong working knowledge of CDM regulations and site‑based delivery practices — ensuring compliance, safety and effective coordination with contractors, designers and internal teams.

We welcome applications from those ready to take a significant step in their career, combining leadership, commercial judgement and technical expertise within a well‑resourced and high‑profile programme.

Please Send Us Your CV (max 2 A4 Pages), Along With a Supporting Statement, With a Maximum Of 1,000 Words, Which Demonstrates By Practical Example How You Meet The Following Criteria:

• Qualified to degree level or equivalent (or has developed skills and experience to this level) with advanced knowledge and practical application of a recognised project management methodology such as Prince2
• Detailed understanding of the laws, regulations and standards associated with the development and delivery of construction projects, including, for example, the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations (CDM 2015)
• The ability to plan projects with complex, intra- and inter-organisational dependencies and multiple organisations partnering the delivery – then to actively use these plans in the successfully delivery of projects
• Experience in construction procurement, contract- and supplier management to ensure that the right suppliers are sourced and that they deliver to their contractual commitments.
  
  

This must be sent to

Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high profile organisation.

Join us and you’ll receive a generous rewards package including flexible working arrangements, flexi-time and membership of the Local Government Pension scheme. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.

At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the City we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community, and we particularly encourage applicants from women, Black and racially minoritised, Disabled,LGBTQ+ candidates who are currently under-represented within our service area. Appointments will be made on merit.