Director - Project Management (Industrial)

Hollis; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading international real estate consultancy as a Project Manager in London. You'll manage large-scale industrial projects, lead junior teams, and engage directly with clients while leveraging your substantial project management experience. We're looking for a driven professional with a passion for building relationships and optimizing project outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Cycle-to-work scheme

EV car scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing projects over £10m.
• Experience with Cat A & Cat B projects.
• Ability to deliver comprehensive project management independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale industrial/retail projects from start to finish.
• Take full client briefs and deliver results aligned with their needs.
• Win new business and contribute to the growth of Project Management services.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Process Improvement

Education

MAPM, PRINCE2, or MRICS PM qualification

Postgraduate study preferred

Job description

Salary:

Competitive

Location:

London

Contract Type:

Permanent

The Vacancy

Want to join a leading international, independent real estate consultancy with a different approach?

We are seeking an experienced, efficient, and enthusiastic Project Manager to join our expanding Project Management team. Due to growth, we need a strong PM to oversee end-to-end project management on several large-scale industrial projects. Project management is Hollis’ largest service, generating about a quarter of our turnover. Last year, our team completed a record 2,000 instructions, working on projects from under £50,000 to over £500m across various sectors. You’ll work with a team of expert PM professionals led by a leadership team with over 50 years’ combined experience.

This new role within our London office is created as part of Hollis’ expansion of our Project Management services. We are eager to hear from candidates who can hit the ground running with minimal supervision.

Job Overview

• Manage large-scale industrial/retail projects from start to finish, including reports, tenders/bids, and liaising with contractors
• Take full client briefs and deliver results aligned with their needs
• Represent Hollis and lead junior Project Managers to develop a dedicated project management team across sectors
• Develop and leverage contacts for business development
• Collaborate closely with Senior Associates and Directors on various projects
• Win new business and contribute to the growth of our Project Management services
• Manage design and construction projects at various stages
• Support team growth both professionally and socially

Qualifications/Experience

• MAPM, PRINCE2, or MRICS PM qualification; postgraduate study preferred
• Proven experience managing projects over £10m
• Experience with Cat A & Cat B projects
• Ability to deliver comprehensive project management independently
• Experience beyond RIBA 5 project delivery
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and permitting procedures
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder relationship management
• Process-driven, eager to improve quality and processes

The Company

Hollis is a leading international, independent real estate consultancy working across private and public sectors to optimize real estate value throughout the property lifecycle. Our multi-disciplinary team operates across the UK, Ireland, Germany, Spain, and The Netherlands, emphasizing teamwork, transparency, and integrity.

Why join us?

We are hardworking, progressive, and fun. As an employee-owned company, we value honesty, authenticity, and work-life balance. We offer a competitive salary and benefits including life assurance, private medical insurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement, and various schemes such as cycle-to-work and EV car schemes.

Our hybrid working policy allows flexible working arrangements. We foster a sociable environment with regular social events and charity activities.

We're Inclusive

We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups. If you need alternative application formats or offline application options, contact [e-mail] or call 020 7622 9555.

Hollis is rated as a top place to work by The Sunday Times, Property Week, and Estates Gazette. We focus on supporting your career growth with training, opportunities, and a supportive environment, ensuring a healthy, happy workplace with fun activities and team events.