Project Manager

Astute's Renewables team is partnering with the end client on a large-scale Biogas plant in Avonmouth to recruit an experienced Project Manager to lead construction delivery on this major renewable energy project.

This is an 18-month contract with potential to extend, offering £500-£600 per day Outside IR35 and an immediate start. The successful Project Manager will have proven experience operating at Project Manager level on major construction or energy projects, with previous experience working directly with an end client.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to take a leading role in the construction of a large-scale biogas facility in Avonmouth. You will oversee day-to-day construction activities, manage contractors and stakeholders, and ensure the project remains on programme, within budget and to the required safety and quality standards.

Role Responsibilities and Key Skills

• Lead and coordinate all day-to-day construction activities across the Avonmouth biogas facility, ensuring delivery against programme milestones, budget and quality standards.

• Manage principal contractors, subcontractors and key supply chain partners to maintain safe, efficient and compliant site operations throughout the construction phase.

• Monitor contractor progress against the master programme, identifying delays, risks and mitigation strategies to maintain project timelines.

• Act as the primary on-site interface between the EPC contractor, client stakeholders, consultants and internal project teams.

• Oversee site reporting, progress tracking and project documentation, ensuring accurate and timely communication across all stakeholders.

• Drive health, safety, environmental and quality performance on site, ensuring compliance with CDM regulations, company procedures and industry best practice.

• Coordinate construction activities alongside commissioning and operational readiness requirements to support a smooth transition into plant operations.

• Review and manage RFIs, technical queries, change requests and construction issues in collaboration with engineering and design teams.

• Support commercial management activities, including contractor performance reviews, scope management, variation tracking and cost control.

• Provide leadership and direction to site teams, fostering a proactive and solutions-focused culture while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

• Maintain overall responsibility for keeping the project on track against the agreed construction schedule, proactively managing delays and implementing recovery plans where required.

Contract Details

• Role: Project Manager

• Sector: Renewable Energy / Biogas

• Project: Large-scale Biogas Plant

• Location: Avonmouth

• Contract: 18 months, with potential for extension

• Day Rate: £500-£600 per day

• IR35: Outside IR35

• Start: Immediate

Key Requirements

• Proven experience working at Project Manager level on major construction, energy or renewable energy projects.

• Strong experience managing construction activities, contractors and project stakeholders.

• Previous experience working directly with an end client.

• Strong understanding of project programmes, construction delivery, HSE, quality and commercial management.

• Experience within Biogas, Energy, Renewable Energy, Waste-to-Energy or other major process/construction projects would be advantageous.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Project Manager looking for a long-term contract opportunity on a large-scale Biogas project in Avonmouth, offering £500-£600 per day Outside IR35, apply today with your CV.

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