Project Manager - Heritage & Conservation

Project Manager | Heritage Construction, Listed Buildings, Stone Masonry | Somerset

Are you a commercially minded Project Manager who lives and breathes conservation and restoration? This is a chance to lead complex works on historic and listed buildings across Somerset - protecting the past while delivering modern standards.

If you thrive in heritage construction and love coordinating crafts like stone masonry and fine plasterwork, this role is for you.

What You’ll Be Doing (The Role)

• Lead end-to-end delivery of multiple conservation and restoration projects (£250k–£1m), from pre-start to handover.

• Scope, program, and manage trades across stone masonry, lime plastering, decorative finishes, sculpting, and specialist heritage repairs.

• Control budgets, forecasts, and procurement—ensuring projects land on time, within cost, and to exacting quality standards.

• Chair progress meetings; coordinate architects, conservation officers, clients, and specialist subcontractors.

• Enforce H&S and CDM compliance; maintain site documentation, RAMS, and quality assurance records.

• Prepare reports, variations, and valuations; manage risk, change, and stakeholder communications throughout.

About You

• Proven background as a Project Manager in conservation, restoration, or heritage-focused construction (listed buildings preferred).

• Strong commercial skills: programming, cost control, procurement, and contract administration (JCT or NEC).

• Credible leader and organiser—able to coordinate multiple trades and locations with calm, proactive communication.

• Solid H&S knowledge (SMSTS/SSSTS; CSCS); first aid; CDM understanding.

• Technical appreciation of traditional materials (lime, leadwork, timber repair, façade conservation).

• Title matchers welcome: Heritage Project Manager, Conservation Project Manager, Restoration Project Lead, Construction Project Manager (Heritage), Senior Site Manager (Conservation).

About the Company

A specialist heritage contractor delivering award-winning conservation and restoration projects for private estates, trusts, and public bodies. You’ll join a growth-focused team known for craftsmanship, collaborative culture, and meticulous delivery on complex listed buildings—from stately homes to ecclesiastical landmarks.

What’s In It For You?

• Salary up to £65,000 DOE + package

• Car allowance or travel scheme, plus mileage expenses

• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays, pension, and enhanced benefits

• Funded training and professional development (e.g., SPAB/IHBC pathways)

• Flexible regional working across Somerset, Berkshire, or Suffolk

• High-profile heritage projects where your work makes a visible, lasting difference

How to Apply

Ready to make your mark in conservation and restoration? Apply today and we’ll be in touch within 24 hours.