NEC Project Managers All Levels - Defence

About the Role

The primary purpose of the role is to lead Project Management commissions, taking responsibility for end‑to‑end service delivery, and to support major commissions by overseeing specific aspects of delivery. You will ensure client objectives are met, delivering projects on time, within cost targets and to appropriate quality standards, while also supporting clients in their transition to Net Zero and broader sustainability goals.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸project management
• ▸service delivery
• ▸cost management
• ▸quality assurance
• ▸net zero
• ▸sustainability

What You Bring

We are seeking Project Managers for our busy and expanding Bristol Defence Infrastructure business. The role supports clients in delivering a range of construction infrastructure projects and programmes across the South/South West of England and nationally. Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, candidates must be a sole UK national capable of achieving and maintaining UK MoD Security Clearance (SC); existing clearance is advantageous. Ideal candidates will come from Defence, Rail, Water/Utilities or Highways backgrounds and have proven experience with the processes involved. NEC accreditation is preferred, and experience delivering projects typically valued between £1 million and £10 million, with the potential to support larger programmes. Candidates must have at least five years’ experience focused on NEC contracts, with expertise in NEC/JCT/FIDIC contract administration. Strong communication skills—including verbal, written and presentation abilities—self‑motivation, strategic problem‑solving, and experience managing multiple stakeholders under NEC frameworks are essential. Knowledge of CDM and site health‑and‑safety requirements as they relate to NEC contracts is also required. A degree in an infrastructure or construction‑related subject is required, with chartered or professional qualification from ICE, APM, RICS or similar bodies being preferred. • Sole UK National able to obtain and maintain UK MoD Security Clearance (SC); existing SC desirable. • Minimum 5 years experience managing projects under NEC contracts. • Proven background in Defence, Rail, Water/Utilities or Highways sectors; NEC accreditation preferred. • Ability to lead end‑to‑end project management commissions (£1m‑£10m) and support larger programmes. • Expertise in NEC, JCT and FIDIC contract administration and CDM/site health‑and‑safety compliance. • Strong verbal, written and presentation communication skills; self‑motivated with strategic problem‑solving abilities. • Degree in infrastructure or construction‑related discipline; chartered/qualified with ICE, APM or RICS preferred.

Requirements

• ▸security clearance
• ▸5+ years
• ▸nec contracts
• ▸defence
• ▸chartered
• ▸communication

Benefits

Turner & Townsend offers a hybrid working model, expecting roughly 60 % of time to be spent on client sites or Turner & Townsend offices, with flexibility to adjust based on client and business needs. The company recognises the importance of balancing work and personal priorities. We promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work‑life balance, celebrates diversity and provides an inclusive culture. Turner & Townsend is an equal‑opportunity employer encouraging applications from all sectors of the community. • Hybrid working model – approx. 60% on client sites or Turner & Townsend offices, flexing to business needs. • Inclusive, flexible work environment promoting work‑life balance; equal opportunity employer.

Work Environment

Onsite