Furniture Project Manager

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

Job summary

A dynamic workplace design firm in Greater London is seeking a Furniture Project Manager (Junior to Experienced) to manage the end-to-end delivery of furniture packages on commercial projects. Candidates should possess relevant experience or strong foundational knowledge in project coordination and procurement. A proactive attitude and excellent organizational skills are essential. This role offers a salary range of £42,000 - £65,000 p.a., depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience managing furniture projects in commercial interior design is essential.
• Foundation experience or strong academic background with project coordination skills is required.
• Exceptional communication skills for liaising effectively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Own the furniture project lifecycle from specification to final handover.
• Manage the project budget, including cost control and supplier payments.
• Oversee on-site delivery and installation to ensure quality compliance.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Organisational skills

Stakeholder management

Proficiency in commercial documents

Energy and proactive attitude

Education

Project Management Certification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM)

Health & Safety Certification / Awareness

Relevant degree or professional qualification (e.g., Interior Design, Construction Management)

Tools

Industry-relevant software for quoting and procurement

CAD / Revit

Job description

10th December, 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

The successful candidate will own the furniture project lifecycle from specification to final handover, bridging design, procurement, and site delivery.

• Project Ownership & Commercial Management : Take full commercial and delivery responsibility for furniture packages across multiple simultaneous D&B projects. Manage the project budget, 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 to resolve technical or logistical queries. Ensure 100% accuracy of orders.
• Installation Management : Develop detailed delivery and installation programmes (logistics schedules) that integrate smoothly 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 is essential.
• 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, specifically relating to furniture.

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).

Ready to deliver exceptional furniture projects? Apply today!