At Dandara we believe the best ideas come from our people working together. We strive to look forward in all we do, with integrity and passion. Recruiting the right people is essential, as our peoples' contribution lead us to achieving our goals and growing our company. We put our customers first, we empower our people, and we support the communities in which we build.

We are shortly commencing groundworks at our fabulous new development in Fishponds, Bristol. This will be a great opportunity for an existing Project Manager or an experienced Senior Site Manager looking for a step up. You'll be managing a team of Site Managers and Assistant Site Managers on this impressive 250+ unit site.

What you will do

• Manage the delivery of residential development project from pre-construction through to completion.
• Coordinate internal teams and external consultants to ensure projects progress in line with programme and budget.
• Develop and maintain project programmes, identifying risks and dependencies.
• Monitor project performance, highlighting risks, delays, or cost pressures and implementing mitigation measures.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, company procedures, and statutory requirements.
• Support pre-start activities, including design coordination, procurement, and buildability reviews.
• Work closely with Site Managers to support day-to-day delivery and resolve project issues.
• Liaise with Commercial teams on cost control, variations, and value engineering.
• Support the management of subcontractors and suppliers in line with project requirements.
• Coordinate inspections, certifications, and approvals required for completion and handover.
• Ensure high-quality handover documentation and smooth transition to Customer Care.
• Maintain accurate project records and reporting.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on progress, risks, and opportunities.
• Promote best practice and continuous improvement across project delivery.

What you will have

• Essential experience in a Project Manager or Senior Site Manager role for a recognised housebuilder.
• NHBC award winning background
• Good understanding of the residential construction process from pre-start to completion.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams.
• Commercial awareness and experience working with budgets and cost control.
• Confident communicator able to work with internal teams, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Proactive problem-solver with the ability to manage risk and change.
• Relevant construction qualification (HNC/HND/Degree) or equivalent experience.
• SMSTS and CSCS (or equivalent) qualifications.

What we will offer you:

Dandara was established in 1988 from the desire to provide innovative homes and commercial properties, which would offer real value for money without compromising on design, durability, or quality. Today Dandara is one of the UK’s largest independent property development companies, with over 10,000 happy customers and more than 100 industry awards for design and quality – and it’s all thanks to the vision and passion of our dedicated team. Our benefits include:

• £Competitive basic salary
• Car Allowance
• Site bonus scheme
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme - EAP
• Health Hero digital doctor - 24 hr virtual help and appointments
• Health Assured Wisdom App
• Competitive parental leave
• 3x salary life assurance (paid option to increase to x4)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employer matched pension scheme of up to 5%
• Flexible benefits including shopping vouchers, airport parking and reduced gym membership

Important note for Recruitment Agencies

Please do not send, by any means, unsolicited Resumes (i) in response to any of our roles, (ii) to any of our employees or any person engaged by us, or (iii) to any of our regional businesses, including our head office. Any unsolicited Resumes received by us shall be deemed to be our property.