Project Manager

We are currently transforming the historic former Filton Airfield – birthplace of Concorde and supersonic travel – into a thriving new neighbourhood for Bristol, known as Brabazon.  

Inspired by an engineering icon, Brabazon is a place that changes everything. Over the next 20 years, it will become the largest new urban centre in the South West.

What you'll do

We have an excellent opportunity for a proactive Project Manager to drive the delivery of off-parcel infrastructure, manage statutory adoption agreements, and lead the execution of utility contracts.

You will ensure the timely, safe, and budget-compliant completion of the infrastructure projects, which will contribute to achieving quality and adoption targets.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• identifying and managing project resources, including technical services and external consultants
• providing specialist input, particularly in structural and geotechnical areas, to support wider business units
• leading consultant teams and stakeholders to deliver project scope, along with managing fees, claims and variations
• overseeing the timely delivery of all design stages, ensuring alignment with programme milestones
• monitoring project progress and accelerating strategies when needed
• collaborating with internal and external teams to meet stakeholder expectations and project goals
• leading on tender processes, contract negotiations and administration
• developing and maintaining risk management strategies and risk registers
• ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards
• reviewing and supporting supply chain contracts to ensure suitability
• coordinating logistics planning to meet operational and stakeholder needs.

What you'll need

You will have previously worked as a Project Manager in the construction and property sectors.

You will also have the following skills, experience and education to thrive in this exciting role:

• experience delivering adoptable infrastructure (highways, drainage, utilities and public open spaces) to regulatory standards
• strong experience in structural and geotechnical areas
• an understanding of the construction and property sectors, including financial controls, scheduling and stakeholder management.
• a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field, with additional project management or construction-related credentials
• problem-solving and analytical skills across planning, design, estimating, procurement and contract administration
• effective communication abilities with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to manage relationships and expectations
• a detail-oriented nature, with a focus on accurate site activity recording and contractor oversight
• a valid CSCS card.

What you'll receive  

• A competitive salary.
• Total pension contributions up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.  
• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• Car allowance.
• Performance-related bonus.
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days' holiday and sell up to five every year.
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.  
• A new electric car in exchange for part of your gross salary, subject to conditions.  
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.  
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.  
• An interactive health and wellbeing platform.  
• Support from mental health first aiders.  
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone to work for us.

Who we are

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur.  The UK companies include:

• Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
• YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 420-acre former airfield into an award winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants, and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
• YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy, and environmental sectors
• YTL Arena – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000-capacity arena, conferencing, and exhibition space
• plus, several other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us!   You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group. 

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer. 

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our recruitment team.