Project Manager

ATA Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global experience design agency in Greater London is looking for a Project Manager to manage impactful projects in heritage and visitor attractions. The role involves collaborating closely with senior managers to oversee projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget. Ideal candidates will have around 4 years of project management experience, strong financial skills, and the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams. This position offers a salary between £35,000 and £45,000 per annum and the option for flexible hybrid working.

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience (approx. 4 years) in heritage or visitor-attraction projects.
• Strong financial, resource, and schedule management skills.
• Familiarity with design processes and RIBA stages.

Responsibilities

• Bridge the gap between bidding, design, and project delivery.
• Oversee projects from concept to completion.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Skills

Project management experience

Financial management

Resource management

Schedule management

Good communication skills

Job description

Project Manager – Experience Design & Heritage Projects

A leading global experience design and placemaking agency is seeking a talented Project Manager to join their creative teams delivering high-profile projects across the UK, Ireland, and internationally. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with around 4 years' project management experience looking to take the next step in their career.

The Role

As Project Manager, you will bridge the gap between bidding, design, and project delivery, working closely with senior project managers and technical directors. You will oversee projects from concept to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standard. Projects include museums, cultural destinations, heritage sites, and other visitor attractions.

What You'll Bring

• Proven project management experience (approx. 4 years), ideally in heritage, museum, leisure, retail, or visitor‑attraction projects (other sectors considered).
• Strong financial, resource, and schedule management skills.
• Familiarity with design processes, RIBA stages, and contracts (JCT / NEC).
• Awareness of H&S, CDM, building regulations, accessibility, and sustainability requirements.
• Knowledge of sector‑relevant funding processes (e.g., NLHF, Failte Ireland, Arts Council).
• Excellent communication, prioritisation, and attention to detail.
• Proactive, collaborative, and able to work across multidisciplinary teams.

Location & Working Style

Based in Leicester city centre with flexible hybrid working (office, remote, and on‑site).

Occasional out‑of‑hours work and travel within the UK and internationally.

Must hold a full driving licence and valid passport.

Salary & Benefits

Salary : £35,000‑£45,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

Opportunities for growth and professional development within a globally respected creative agency.

If you are passionate about delivering memorable visitor experiences and thrive in a fast‑paced, creative environment, this is an ideal opportunity to progress your career in project management.

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.