Design & Build Project Manager

Position: Design & Build Project Manager
Design & Build Project Manager

Location:

Bath (Office Based) / Site Visits

Salary:
Circa depending on relevant experience likely £50,000 - £65,000 + Bonus (OTE circa £70,000)

Full Time / Permanent

Our client is a growing commercial design & build specialist, delivering high-quality office fit-out and refurbishment projects across the UK. They work with businesses to transform work spaces into environments that improve collaboration, productivity and employee experience.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Design & Build Project Manager to take ownership of projects from concept through to completion.

Design & Build Project Manager Role

As a Design & Build Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing both the delivery and commercial performance of projects. This is a hands-on role where you will oversee all aspects of a scheme, including programme management, subcontractor coordination, cost control and client communication.

Projects typically range from £250k to £2m, with total annual project responsibility of approximately £3m - £4m.

This role would suit someone who is technically strong in construction delivery but also commercially capable, confident managing project budgets and financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

Manage commercial office fit-out and refurbishment projects from concept through to completion
Take ownership of project budgets, commercial performance and programme delivery
Coordinate internal teams, subcontractors and external consultants
Manage JCT Design & Build contracts
Monitor cost control and project margins using Excel and commercial tracking tools
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders
Location & Travel

This role is office-based in Bath, particularly during the first six months while settling into the business and working closely with the team.

Project Managers will also visit their live projects once or twice per week, with schemes typically located across the South West, London, Birmingham and Manchester.

What They Are Looking For

Experience managing commercial fit-out, refurbishment or design & build projects
Strong understanding of construction project delivery and commercial management
Experience working with JCT contracts
Strong commercial awareness and cost control skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management ability
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Why Join?

Salary £50k - £60k + bonus (OTE circa £70k)
Opportunity to work on high-quality commercial workspace projects
Excellent career progression within a growing business
Supportive and collaborative team environment