Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Location: Gwent

Project Manager – Major Projects (£15m–£30m)

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor delivering high-profile construction projects across the Hereford and Gloucester regions initially, although our client is a Newport based business and future projects are likely to be around South Wales as well.

This role offers long-term career progression, a strong pipeline of secured work, and the chance to lead technically challenging and rewarding schemes valued between £15 million and £30 million.

The Role

As Senior Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for the successful delivery of major construction projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover.

Current and upcoming schemes include:

* MOD build programmes (secure, complex, regulated environments)

* A landmark new museum development

* A major healthcare facility project

You will lead multidisciplinary site teams, manage subcontractors, ensure programme adherence, and maintain strict budget and quality controls while upholding the highest standards of health & safety.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead projects valued £15m–£30m from inception to completion

* Oversee site teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners

* Manage project programmes, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies

* Ensure compliance with MOD, healthcare and public sector standards

* Maintain excellent stakeholder and client relationships

* Drive quality assurance and health & safety excellence

* Report to senior leadership on performance and delivery milestones

Requirements

* Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within a Tier 1 or large main contractor environment

* Track record of delivering projects valued £10m+

* Experience in MOD, healthcare, public sector, or complex commercial schemes preferred

* Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills

* Excellent commercial awareness and contractual knowledge (JCT/NEC)

* SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Professional), First Aid

Why Apply?

* Secure, long-term pipeline of regional projects

* High-profile public sector and defence schemes

* Excellent career progression within a market-leading contractor

* Competitive salary and benefits package

* Strong regional presence across Herefordshire & Gloucestershire

* Stable employer with consistent repeat business

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Project Manager seeking stability, career growth, and exposure to significant regional projects