Construction Project Manager

Vivo Talent; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee a £6m store refresh project in a high-traffic retail environment. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in managing complex live-environment projects, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a deep understanding of construction methodologies. Key responsibilities include managing the project timeline, compliance with regulations, and ensuring high-quality delivery. This role offers a negotiable day rate and is expected to last for 9 months.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Construction Project Manager or Store Development Manager in retail.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and fire regulations.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end store refresh project.
• Coordinate with landlord and external contractors.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations and H&S requirements.

Skills

Construction project management

Stakeholder management

Understanding of construction methodologies

Managing budgets

Job description

Construction Project Manager / Store Fit Out Project Manager / Refurb Project Manager

Location : Luton

Length : 9 Months

Day Rate : £ negotiable on experience

Overview

The role is responsible for managing a major refresh of a high‑traffic retail environment. This includes oversight of a £6m capex programme delivered within a live trading environment, requiring careful phasing, stakeholder coordination, and strong site management competence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end‑to‑end store refresh project within a fully operational retail space.
• Coordinate closely with the landlord, internal commercial and operational teams, and external contractors.
• Oversee planning, scheduling, site logistics, and phased delivery, including temporary fixtures and live‑environment adaptations.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations, fire safety regulations, and all relevant H&S requirements (with support from specialist technical parties).
• Manage budget, timelines, risk, and reporting against the £6m programme.
• Oversee installation of new retail elements - ensuring high‑quality delivery.
• Maintain strong communication with senior stakeholders, providing regular progress updates.

Experience / Skills Required

• Proven track record as a Construction Project Manager or Store Development Manager in retail or other complex live‑environment projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, standards and fire regulations.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with ability to balance landlord, contractor, and internal priorities.
• Experience delivering multi‑million‑pound capex projects.
• Comfortable managing complex phasing and operational challenges in open‑store environments.
• Ability to work autonomously and drive the programme forward with minimal supervision.

For more information, please apply using the links provided on the advert.