Kingston Barnes Ltd
Project Manager
Job Location
BS1, United Kingdom
Job Description
Project Manager – UK Construction Please note we are looking at all levels of PM, from someone with minimal PM experience to lengthy PM experience Location: Bristol (with regular travel across the Midlands and North) Reports to: Head of Construction Salary: £65,000–£85,000 company car About the Role We are looking for a Project Manager to join our UK Construction team. Reporting to the Head of Construction, you will oversee the full lifecycle of industrial and logistics development projects — from land acquisition and planning support, through design, procurement, and construction, to tenant handover. You will ideally have experience of working on large warehouse / tin shed type projects Key Responsibilities Project Leadership * Manage projects end-to-end — from concept to completion — in line with specifications and UK regulations. * Serve as the main point of contact for all internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and tenants. * Lead project teams to deliver developments safely, on schedule, and within budget. Commercial & Procurement * Develop and manage project budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts. * Lead procurement activities, including tendering, contract administration, and variation management. * Oversee commercial reporting (CVRs, payment notices, final accounts) and negotiate consultant/supplier contracts. Design & Technical Coordination * Coordinate design development through planning, technical, and delivery stages. * Ensure compliance with planning conditions, BREEAM/EPC objectives, and design standards. * Manage technical queries and coordinate responses to contractor and tenant requirements. Construction Delivery * Oversee construction programmes, risk management, and site logistics. * Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality, and environmental standards. * Conduct regular site reviews and drive progress through proactive issue resolution. Handover & Close-Out * Manage QA/ITP closeout, O&M documentation, as-built drawings, and tenant handover with site teams. * Support lessons-learned exercises and continuous improvement initiatives. Candidate Profile * Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field. * Proven track record managing industrial/logistics projects from inception to completion. * In-depth understanding of UK construction contracts (JCT, NEC), procurement, and cost control. * Familiarity with planning, design coordination, and sustainability frameworks (BREEAM, EU Taxonomy). * Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. * Self-motivated, organised, and capable of managing multiple projects independently. * Ambitious and eager to contribute to the growth of the business
Location: BS1, Bristol, GB
Posted Date: 11/4/2025
Location: BS1, Bristol, GB
Posted Date: 11/4/2025
Contact Information
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