Fit Out Project Manager

CTS Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CTS Group is seeking an experienced Fit Out Project Manager to lead interior fit-out packages in Middlesbrough. You will own delivery from planning through to completion, coordinating with CSA, MEP, commissioning, and client teams to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery to high-quality standards.

You will oversee subcontractors, manage programmes, monitor progress, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining superb safety and quality. Strong English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent in construction-related discipline.
• Proven experience in Fit Out Project Management in live, near-complete, or phased environments.
• Strong planning, reporting, and programme management abilities.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Very strong English written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Own the fit-out package from planning through to completion and handover.
• Oversee day-to-day delivery, manage subcontractors, monitor progress.
• Coordinate interfaces with CSA, MEP, commissioning, and client teams.
• Develop and monitor short and look-ahead programme plans.
• Lead snagging, handover activities, and progress reporting.

Skills

Fit-Out Project Management

Planning & Programme Management

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Commercial Awareness & Contract Mgmt

English Proficiency

Education

Construction Management

Building Construction

Civil Engineering

Architectural Technology

Related Construction Discipline

Tools

BIM platforms

Document control systems

Job description

Fit Out Project Manager – Middlesbrough, UK

Who We’re Looking For

You are an experienced Fit Out Project Manager with a proven track record of delivering high-quality interior fit-out projects within data centres, commercial developments, industrial facilities, pharmaceutical environments, advanced manufacturing sites, or other fast-paced construction sectors.

You are a strong leader with excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills, capable of coordinating complex fit-out activities while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

You excel at managing multiple trades, driving programme performance, and coordinating interfaces with CSA, MEP, commissioning, and client teams to achieve successful project outcomes.

What You’ll Do

Reporting directly to the CSA Director, you will take ownership of the fit-out package from planning through to completion and handover. You will oversee day-to-day delivery activities, manage subcontractors, monitor progress, and ensure all architectural and fit-out works are executed in accordance with project requirements.

Working closely with construction teams, consultants, clients, MEP teams, commissioning managers, and quality teams, you will ensure spaces are completed to the required standards and ready for operational handover.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Managing fit-out packages throughout the full project lifecycle
• Developing and monitoring short and medium-term programme plans and look-ahead schedules
• Driving progress and proactively removing project blockers to achieve key milestones
• Managing and coordinating fit-out subcontractors and specialist vendors
• Monitoring labour resources, work sequencing, and material deliveries
• Coordinating interfaces with CSA, MEP, commissioning, logistics, and quality teams
• Ensuring architectural finishes and fit-out works are completed in accordance with project specifications
• Reviewing drawings and supporting constructability and design coordination activities
• Managing design changes, technical queries, and scope adjustments
• Conducting quality inspections and ensuring workmanship meets project standards
• Leading snagging, punch-list close-out, and handover activities
• Managing project risks, issues, and progress reporting
• Supporting commercial performance, forecasting, and cost-control activities
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, and key project stakeholders
• Promoting a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent qualification in:
  • Construction Management
  • Building Construction
  • Civil Engineering
  • Architectural Technology
  • Related Construction Discipline
• Proven experience in Fit Out Project Management within construction environments
• Strong understanding of:
  • Architectural Fit-Out Works
  • Internal Finishes
  • Drywall and Partition Systems
  • Raised Access Flooring
  • Suspended Ceiling Systems
  • Doors, Ironmongery, and Joinery
  • Specialist Finishes
  • Builder's Work and Final Finishes
• Experience managing fit-out subcontractors and multiple trade packages
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and interface management
• Experience working within live, near-complete, or phased construction environments
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
• Familiarity with BIM platforms and document control systems
• Strong planning, reporting, and programme management skills
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities
• Strong commercial awareness and contract management skills
• Very strong English written and spoken

Desirable Qualifications

• SMSTS Certification
• CSCS Management Card
• First Aid at Work
• IOSH or NEBOSH Qualification
• Experience delivering data centre, pharmaceutical, healthcare, commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects
• Experience working within highly regulated and quality-focused environments
• Knowledge of BIM and digital construction workflows

Why Join Us

You will play a key role in delivering high-profile construction projects across some of the UK's fastest-growing sectors. This position offers the opportunity to lead major fit-out packages on technically complex developments while working alongside experienced project delivery professionals.

Reporting directly to the CSA Director, you will have significant influence over programme delivery, quality standards, and project outcomes, with clear progression opportunities into Senior Project Management, CSA Management, Construction Management, and Project Director positions.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation that values safety, quality, collaboration, and professional development while delivering industry-leading projects across the UK