Furniture Project Manager

Jak Consultancy; City Of London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and build firm in London is seeking a Furniture Project Manager (Junior to Experienced) to manage furniture packages in commercial projects. Candidates should have experience in project management or a strong foundation in design and build. This role offers a salary range of £42,000 - £65,000 p.a., along with opportunities for growth in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing furniture projects within commercial interior design.
• Strong commercial awareness and willingness to learn budget management.
• Excellent technical understanding of furniture materials and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for furniture packages in multiple D&B projects.
• Manage budgets, including authorizing supplier payments.
• Act as primary contact for logistics and installation programming.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Negotiation skills

Technical knowledge of contract furniture

Education

Project Management Certification (e.g., PRINCE2)

Degree in Interior Design or Construction Management

Tools

Industry-relevant software for quoting and procurement

Job description

17th November, 2025

Job Title: Furniture Project Manager (Junior to Experienced)
Sector: Workplace Design & Build
Location: London
Salary: £42,000 - £65,000 p.a. (Dependent on experience level)

Are you an experienced Furniture Project Manager looking for a new challenge, or a high-potential Junior PM ready to take the next step?

We are seeking a dynamic and commercially astute individual to join our team, responsible for the end-to-end delivery of all furniture packages within our commercial workplace design & build projects. This role is open to candidates with significant experience, as well as outstanding junior candidates with relevant foundational knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Ownership & Commercial Management:
  • Take full commercial and delivery responsibility for furniture packages across multiple simultaneous D&B projects.
  • Manage project budgets, including cost control, processing variations, and authorising supplier stage payments.
• Logistics & Site Liaison:
  • Act as the primary point of contact for the main contractor/site team regarding all furniture logistics and installation programming.
  • Provide regular project review and reporting.
• Procurement & Specification:
  • Collaborate with sales and design teams to finalise specifications, ensuring adherence to client requirements and budget.
  • Develop and compile detailed quotation and procurement documents.
• Supply Chain Management:
  • Manage the full procurement process: creating Purchase Orders (POs), negotiating terms, and actively liaising with the supply chain.
  • Ensure 100% accuracy of orders and resolve technical or logistical queries.
• Installation Management:
  • Develop detailed delivery and installation programmes (logistics schedules) that integrate with the main construction timeline.
  • Oversee on-site delivery and installation to ensure quality and compliance with health and safety standards.
• Quality & Handover:
  • Manage project completion, including formal snagging, defect reporting, and ensuring timely rectification.
  • Collate comprehensive Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals for the final handover.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Relevant Sector Experience:
  • Experienced Candidates (Target Salary: £55k - £65k): 3+ years of proven experience managing furniture projects within the commercial interior design, fit-out, or design & build sectors.
  • Junior Candidates (Target Salary: £42k - £55k): Foundational experience (1+ years) or a strong academic background with demonstrably relevant experience in project coordination, procurement, or interior design/fit-out.
• Commercial Acumen & Budget Management:
  • Experienced Candidates: Strong commercial acumen and demonstrable experience managing large project budgets and negotiating with a diverse supply chain.
  • Junior Candidates: Good commercial awareness and a keen willingness to learn budget management and supplier negotiation.
• Technical Knowledge:
  • Experienced Candidates: Excellent technical understanding of contract furniture, materials, and specification processes.
  • Junior Candidates: A strong interest in and basic knowledge of furniture specification and materials.
• Organisational Skills: Highly methodical, organised, and detail-oriented approach to process and compliance.
• Stakeholder Management: Exceptional communication skills, capable of liaising effectively with clients, designers, suppliers, and site teams.
• Process Proficiency: Proficiency in creating and managing commercial documents (quotes, POs, invoices, installation schedules).
• Attitude: Energy, drive, and a proactive 'can do' attitude, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding project environment.

Desired Qualifications & Attributes:

• Project Management Certification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM) or equivalent professional qualification.
• Health & Safety Certification/Awareness (e.g., CSCS card, SMSTS/SSSTS awareness).
• Experience using industry-relevant software for quoting, procurement, or specification.
• A relevant degree or professional qualification in a related field (e.g., Interior Design, Construction Management).
• Fluency in technical drawing comprehension (e.g., CAD/Revit).