Autonomous Fit-Out Project Lead — Workplace Design & Build

SPACE REFINERY; Elsene; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Refinery is seeking an experienced Fit-Out Project Manager to lead office fit-out projects across Belgium. You will own projects from preliminary budgeting and construction preparation through to successful handover, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and quality for clients.

You will collaborate with in-house design-build teams, contractors, suppliers, and clients, while maintaining autonomy and leveraging a supportive team. Fluency in English plus Dutch and/or French is desirable.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing construction, renovation, or interior fit-out projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across teams and clients.
• Strong budgeting, scheduling, and risk-management capabilities.
• Structured and organized working style, capable of handling fast-moving projects.
• Fluency in English; working proficiency in Dutch and/or French is a plus.
• Ability to take ownership and work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
• Based in Belgium and legally authorized to work here.

Responsibilities

• Own projects from preparation through site execution and handover.
• Coordinate contractors, suppliers, and internal teams with clear responsibilities and deadlines.
• Control planning, budgets, change requests, and financial risk to keep projects commercially healthy.
• Build client confidence through clear communication and a professional project experience.
• Identify risks early, explore solutions, and act before issues escalate.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety, and attention to detail.
• Contribute ideas to improve how projects are planned, coordinated, and delivered.

Skills

Project management

Construction knowledge

Budget planning

Communication skills

Organized approach

English fluent

Job description

Space Refinery is seeking an experienced Fit-Out Project Manager to lead office fit-out projects across Belgium. You will own projects from preliminary budgeting and construction preparation through to successful handover, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and quality for clients.

You will collaborate with in-house design-build teams, contractors, suppliers, and clients, while maintaining autonomy and leveraging a supportive team. Fluency in English plus Dutch and/or French is desirable.