Senior Construction Project Manager Bridport

Must have strong NEC3 or NEC4 contract experience

£450 a day

4 days a week

IR35 Status: Optional if TAX status allows

Hybrid - Onsite Dorchester/Bridport 2 days a week

Commencing July 26 - 18 month contract

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Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities within Dorset Council. Our service is built on our values of being ethical, trustworthy and caring, with profits returned to our Local Authority shareholders.

Project Overview

Construction Value: circa £23m

Dorset Council is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Project Manager to lead the delivery of the Bridport Reablement Centre, a 56‑bed nurse‑led short‑term reablement facility forming part of the Council's wider reablement programme.

The project is currently at RIBA Stage 4 completion, with the construction contract due to proceed following Cabinet approval in June 2026. Construction will be delivered under NEC4 ECC Option A (Priced Contract with Activity Schedule) with the council's chosen contractor appointed via tender.

The appointed Project Manager will play a critical role in client‑side construction leadership, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and in accordance with Dorset Council governance requirements.

The Project Manager wil...