Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager (Construction) – Residential Retirement Village
Location: Bristol
Rate: £350 – £500 per day (DOE)
OR Permanent: £85,000 + package
A leading UK contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to take the lead on a high-profile residential retirement village development in Bristol.
This is a key role for a driven individual with a proven track record of turning around underperforming projects, driving programme recovery, and leading site teams to deliver high-quality schemes on time and within budget.
The Role
Lead the delivery of a large-scale retirement living scheme from construction through to completion
Take ownership of programme, cost, quality, and safety performance
Identify project risks and implement recovery strategies where required
Drive productivity and performance across site teams and subcontractors
Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders
Ensure compliance with all relevant health & safety and regulatory standards
Provide clear leadership, direction, and accountability across the project team Key Requirements
Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager within the construction industry
Strong background delivering residential or retirement living projects
Demonstrable experience in project turnaround and performance improvement
Excellent leadership and team management skills
Strong commercial awareness and programme management capability
Relevant industry qualifications (e.g. degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent)
SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold), and First Aid (preferred) What’s on Offer
Competitive day rate: £350 – £500 per day
Or permanent salary: £85,000 + comprehensive package
Opportunity to work with a leading UK contractor on a flagship development
Autonomy to make a real impact on project performance and delivery
Strong pipeline of future work and career progression opportunities Apply Now To find out more or to apply, please contact:
David Lane
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If you are a results-driven Senior Project Manager who thrives in challenging environments and has a passion for delivering high-quality residential schemes, we’d love to hear from you