Construction Project Manager

John Lewis Partnership; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK retail partnership is seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee the delivery of retail and non-retail projects. This role requires strong project management skills and a full UK driving license due to travel requirements. The partnership offers a hybrid working model, training opportunities, and a competitive salary ranging from £57,100 to £90,000 annually. Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering excellence in construction management.

Qualifications

• Experience managing construction in a retail environment from feasibility through to delivery.
• Knowledge of negotiation of developers shell specifications and agreements for lease.
• Ability to manage a team and third-party suppliers effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the effective delivery of construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with technical documents and specifications.
• Coordinate design teams and engage with internal stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Negotiation

Team Management

Customer Focus

Planning Process Knowledge

Education

Degree in Construction or Project Management

Membership in RICS or CIOB

Job description

Overview

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Construction Project Manager to join our Waitrose Design and Construction team, as we embark on an unprecedented period of investment to deliver major upgrades to our existing property estate.

• Salary - £57,100 - £90,000.

• Contract type - This is a permanent role.

• Working pattern/flexible working - The Partnership has adopted a hybrid working approach, meaning you'll be able to work a mixture between the office and home based upon your personal needs whilst balancing the needs of the business.

• Location - This role can be based at either our Pimlico or Bracknell Head Office. It will require up to 2 days a week to be spent at our Bracknell Head Office and regular site visits. Due to the amount of nationwide travel that will be required for this role, a full UK driving license is required and an essential use car will be provided.

• Please note, internally this role is known as ‘Construction Programme Manager’.

Key responsibilities

We are looking for a collaborative individual to oversee the effective delivery of retail and non-retail construction projects, ensuring exemplary customer focus throughout. Key responsibilities include working closely with internal stakeholders, developing cost-effective solutions, coordinating design teams, and overseeing project delivery in alignment with key stage gates.

You will also take on the role of Employer’s Agent or Contract Administrator as needed, oversee and supervise construction projects or programs of work with strategic risk profiles, and exceed all Key Performance Indicators autonomously under Property leadership.

If you have experience with negotiating, managing tenant specifications, and ensuring compliance with technical documents, this role is for you. Join us in leading internal and external consultant teams to develop efficient solutions aligned with Design and Construction goals.

Ready to take on this dynamic role? Apply now and be part of a team delivering excellence in project management and construction delivery!

Essential skills/experience you’ll need

• Membership, or actively working towards membership, of the RICS or CIOB.
• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a Construction or Project Management related subject or suitable experience of managing construction within a retail/supermarket environment from feasibility through to delivery.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the planning process and the negotiation of developers shell specifications and agreements for lease and experience of delivering projects in a formal Employers Agent or Contractor Administrator role in addition to a Retail Construction project manager role.
• Experience managing a team consisting of internal and external resources, and 3rd party suppliers.
• Full UK driving license.

Desirable skills/experience you may have

• Chartered Surveyor or MSc level qualification in relevant discipline or suitable experience of managing construction within a retail/supermarket environment
• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a Construction or Project Management related subject
• Experience building, managing and influencing diverse relationships across a business
• Experience operating in a challenging organisational environment with a requirement to balance differing priorities and demands
• In-depth knowledge of retail development, with a high degree of customer understanding

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Details

Closing Date: October 5, 2025

Pay: £57,100.00 - £90,000.00 Annual

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours of Work: 35

Job Level: Partnership Level 6

Where You'll Be Working: London Central Office, 1 Drummond Gate, London, SW1V 2QQ

ABOUT THE PARTNERSHIP

We’re the largest employee owned business in the UK and home of our cherished brands, John Lewis and Waitrose. We’re not just employees, we’re Partners, driven by our purpose to build a happier world. As we look to our future, there’s never been a more exciting time to join us.

We’re ruthlessly focused on being brilliant at retail. We continue to innovate, adapt and diversify. Never Knowingly Undersold on price, quality and service in John Lewis and Waitrose.

As Partners we all share the responsibility of ownership and in its rewards. We use our voices to contribute to our success, working together through the good and challenging times, holding true to our behaviours and treating everyone with kindness and respect.

We all own making the Partnership somewhere we belong. Embracing our differences and creating an environment where we’re free to be ourselves and can THRIVE. Growing ourselves individually, and as a collective.

As Partners, we make all the difference. And, we all own it.

Important points to note:

Some roles may require pre-employment vetting (which may include DBS checks). If required, you’ll be informed and provided with information during recruitment. DBS checks will be carried out by a third-party body and financial probity checks may also be required for some roles.

We recommend applying as soon as possible as vacancies can close early if there are high numbers of applicants. We support flexible working where possible; discuss this with the hiring manager during your interview.