Project Manager – Construction

Project overview

Project Manager – Minor Works

Filton Hybrid working 80% onsite

6 Month Initial Contract

Standard 35 hours per week

We are seeking a structured Project Manager with experience operating within Construction, defense, aerospace, or highly secure regulated manufacturing sectors.

The Role:

To oversee a portfolio of small-to-medium capital and operational projects across regional estate. You will be responsible for end-to-end delivery-from initial feasibility through design, procurement, construction, and commissioning-for multiple concurrent projects up to £100,000 in value.

This role covers across operational environments, including commercial office spaces, high-tech industrial facilities, and secure infrastructure. You will ensure all projects are executed safely, within budget, on schedule, and in full compliance with UK statutory standards and site security protocols.

Key Responsibilities

Lead a concurrent portfolio of minor works projects (individual values up to £100k) across Filton, Bristol, and Newport, ensuring adherence to CDM 2015 regulations, building control, and internal quality metrics.

Qualifications & Experience

Desirable

• Liase with internal clients, facility managers, and site operational teams to minimize disruption to live environments during works execution.
• Manage project finances, including scope definition, contractor tendering, cost estimation, budget tracking, change control, and final account settlements.
• Supervise external consultants, specialist M&E subcontractors, and main contractors-enforcing strict performance, safety, and quality control standards.
• Oversee site safety files, method statements (RAMS), permits to work, and site induction procedures.
• NVQ L3/HNC/HND or Degree in Building Services, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Facilities Management.
• Experience managing minor works or building services projects in live commercial or industrial environments.
• Understanding of building services (HVAC, electrical distribution, public health) and fabric maintenance/refurbishment techniques.
• Valid UK Driving License and flexibility to travel between Filton, Bristol, and Newport on a weekly basis.
• Certificate in Construction Health and Safety or SMSTS / SSSTS certified.
• Proven capability to juggle 10-20 fast-turnaround, low-complexity projects simultaneously across 2 sites.
• H&S Standards
• APM/PMI qualification, MAPM status, or Prince2 Practitioner certification
• NEBOSH, IOSH Managing Safely or formal CDM Coordinator training.

Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance (SC) – must meet standard UK nationality/residency eligibility requirements for Newport site access.

Project details

• Start: flexible
• Location: Filton, Bristol, UK, GB