Project Manager - New Developments

  • Moon Executive Search
  • Bristol, Somerset
  • 03/03/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Project Manager - New Developments

  • St Monica Trust - Bristol
  • Salary upto £70k - Depending on experience
  • Full time - Hybrid. Expected 3 days on site (head office, construction sites, consultant offices)

St Monica Trust is seeking to appoint a Project Manager (New Developments) to support the delivery of an ambitious pipeline of newbuild, refurbishment and village development projects across our estate's portfolio. This is a key position within our Estates & Development team and offers the opportunity to shape high-quality, sustainable environments where older people can truly flourish.

Working closely with the Director of Estates and Capital Development, you will lead and manage construction projects up to £50m from inception through to completion. The successful candidate will bring strong technical insight, excellent programme management capability, and a values-led approach consistent with St Monica Trust's commitment to creating thriving communities.

We are seeking:

  • Proven experience leading construction projects £20m+ through all RIBA stages.
  • Strong understanding of design coordination, construction processes, and programme management.
  • Experience administering JCT or NEC contracts, including procurement and performance oversight.
  • Confidence managing consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders.
  • Understanding of UK planning processes, building regulations, H&S and compliance requirements.
  • Ability to manage budgets, risk, reporting and complex timelines.
  • Professional qualification (MRICS, MCIOB, MAPM) or equivalent senior experience preferred.
  • A collaborative, thoughtful, relationship-driven working style aligned with our organisational values

This is a pivotal role within a growing Estates & Development function, offering the opportunity to deliver projects with real social value and long-term impact. Our developments are driven by purpose rather than profit, ensuring we design and build communities where older people can thrive.

NB: Moon Executive Search is an equal opportunities employer and, on behalf of St Monica Trust, welcomes applications from all areas of society.