Construction Project Manager (Initial 6-Month Contract)

Confidential Opportunity; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the United Kingdom seeks a results-driven Project Manager to spearhead the opening of a new office in London. The ideal candidate will have significant project management experience, particularly in fast-paced sectors such as Retail and Hospitality. This role involves managing project timelines, costs, and ensuring fit-outs meet high design standards. The position requires adaptability and strong stakeholder influence to ensure smooth execution of multiple projects concurrently.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in project management within fast-paced sectors.
• Skilled in handling multiple projects with tight deadlines.
• Ability to manage costs and influence stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of office openings and refurbishments.
• Manage scope, timelines, and costs for each project.
• Build relationships with suppliers and drive performance.

Skills

Programme / project management experience

Managing multiple openings

Commercial acumen

Detail-oriented

Stakeholder management

Job description

Construction Project Manager (Initial 6-Month Contract)

Are you a results-driven project leader with a passion for delivering exceptional spaces? We’re looking for a Project Manager to take ownership of a new office opening in London, ensuring project is are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest design standards.

What You’ll Do

• Lead end-to-end delivery of office opening and any refurbishments with outsourced partners
• Own scope, timelines, and costs
• Ensure fit-out meets group design standards
• Manage any additional refurbishment projects with minimal customer disruption
• Build strong supplier relationships and drive performance
• Influence stakeholders across multiple sites

What We’re Looking For

• Significant programme / project management experience in fast-paced sectors (Retail, Hospitality, Consultancy)
• Skilled at managing multiple openings under tight deadlines
• Commercially savvy with a track record of cost reduction and standardisation
• Resilient, adaptable, and detail-oriented
• Experience in refurbishment and maintenance is a plus
• Ability to select and manage Design & Build partners through competitive tendering