Education Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager (Construction) - Education SEND 
Location: Bristol City Council
Salary: £500p/d Inside IR35
Contract: 4 month rolling- 37 hours a week
 
About the Role:
Bristol City Council is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager (Construction) to oversee the planning and delivery of large-scale, high-risk, high-cost, and high-profile capital construction projects. This pivotal role requires a professional with a proven track record in managing complex construction projects, applying their technical expertise to deliver successful outcomes on time, within budget, and in line with strategic objectives.
As a Senior Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for shaping, planning, and executing key construction projects, working collaboratively with internal teams and external contractors to achieve exceptional results. You will manage risk, control budgets, and maintain clear, ongoing communication with all stakeholders, ensuring the project progresses efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities:
·Project Shaping and Delivery: Shape, plan, and oversee the successful delivery of high-profile construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet the desired outcomes.
·Planning and Reporting: Develop and maintain a detailed project plan, managing internal and external dependencies, and tracking progress. You will forecast completion times, resources, and costs effectively.
·Team Leadership: Lead and inspire the project team, providing ongoing supervision, support, and guidance to achieve project success.
·Risk Management: Proactively identify risks, create mitigation strategies, and implement contingency plans to minimise any potential issues.
·Budget Management: Oversee the project budget, adhering to council financial procedures and regulations, while managing and forecasting expenditure within agreed tolerances.
·Stakeholder Communication: Foster effective communication across all organisational levels, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, addressing concerns, and ensuring a shared vision for the project.
·Safety and Compliance: Ensure safe working practices and compliance with all relevant legislation, policies, and standards.
Key Requirements:
·Extensive experience in managing large-scale, high-risk, and high-cost construction projects.
·A sound understanding of project management methodologies, with the ability to apply the most appropriate approach to each project.
·Demonstrable experience in team leadership and the ability to motivate and guide project teams to successful outcomes.
·Strong financial management skills, with experience overseeing complex budgets and adhering to financial regulations.
·Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels and ensure alignment with the project vision.
·An ability to proactively manage risks, ensuring effective mitigation and contingency plans are in place.
·A commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and health and safety within the workplace.
 
If you are interested in this role, please email me your up-to-date CV or please call me on (phone number removed)