Capital Project Manager (Programme delivery)

Bristol Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this client-side role you deliver high-value capital projects across the organisation’s estate, from inception to completion. You will oversee a portfolio of strategically important schemes and report to senior leadership on progress and governance. You’ll work with cross-functional teams, external consultants, and procurement teams to ensure projects meet time, budget, and objectives. The role offers scope to influence campus and infrastructure development, sustainability initiatives, and overall estate strategy. This is an opportunity to take broader programme responsibility within a growing capital investment programme.

Responsibilities

Develop project strategies and delivery plans
Lead project teams and external consultants
Manage procurement and tender processes
Oversee programme budgets and reporting
Governance and risk management activities
Present to senior leadership teams and project boards
Ensure timely delivery within budget and objectives
Drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes

Key requirements

Degree-qualified in Construction, Surveying, Engineering or Project Management
Proven experience delivering major capital projects
Strong client-side project management experience
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
Knowledge of construction procurement routes and contract administration
Excellent stakeholder engagement and leadership skills
Strong commercial, financial and governance experience
Experience in Higher Education, Local Government, Healthcare, or similar estates environments (desirable)
Chartered status or working towards chartership (desirable)