Project Manager

Built; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Formal learning opportunities

Extra paid leave

Wellbeing programs

Free health checks

Volunteering leave

Job summary

Built is seeking a practical, commercially minded Project Manager to lead complex fitout and refurbishment projects in London from pre-construction through handover. You will work with clients, consultants and internal teams to deliver programmes, manage costs and ensure high quality and safety standards.

You will have substantial UK experience, strong leadership, and the ability to turn complexity into clear plans while maintaining attention to detail critical for exceptional spaces.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Building, Project Management, Engineering, or equivalent trade experience.
• 7+ years' experience delivering commercial fitout and refurbishment projects in the UK market.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and delivering fitout projects safely and on programme.
• Strong commercial insight across contract management, procurement, forecasting and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Take day-to-day ownership of fitout projects, coordinating site and off-site activities to deliver safely, within budget, on programme and to the required quality.
• Lead project teams across engineering, commercial, site management and project administration, ensuring clear priorities and efficient resource allocation.
• Use Built's systems to manage planning, procurement, cost reporting, variations and subcontract administration, keeping outcomes on track.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and authorities to keep projects moving.
• Champion HSE, quality and compliance by maintaining practical systems and supporting a high-performing project environment.

Skills

Project leadership

Client relationships

Commercial awareness

Decision making

Risk management

Education

Relevant degree in Building/PM or equivalent

Job description

Built isn’t waiting for the future. We’re building it.

This is where you lead fitout projects that make a visible impact. At Built, you'll take ownership of complex fitout and refurbishment projects from planning through to completion, backed by a collaborative project team, senior leaders, and the systems and processes of a £1.5bn business.

The Opportunity

As Project Manager, you'll lead the delivery of some of London's most exciting fitout projects, taking ownership from pre-construction through to handover. You'll work closely with clients, consultants and project teams to create exceptional spaces while driving programme, commercial and quality outcomes.

• Take day-to-day ownership of fitout projects, coordinating site and off-site activities to deliver safely, within budget, on programme and to the required quality.
• Lead project teams across engineering, commercial, site management and project administration, creating clear priorities, strong communication and efficient resource allocation.
• Use Built's systems, processes and governance to manage project planning, procurement, cost reporting, variations and subcontract administration, keeping commercial performance, risk and programme outcomes on track.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and authorities, to keep projects moving and outcomes aligned.
• Champion HSE, quality and compliance by maintaining practical systems, managing risk, and supporting a positive, high-performing project environment.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a practical, commercially minded Project Manager who can lead with clarity, build trust quickly and bring people together to deliver. You will be confident owning client relationships, making sound decisions in a fast-paced environment and keeping project teams focused on what matters most: safety, and quality. You will bring the judgement to turn complexity into clear plans, while staying close to the detail needed to deliver exceptional spaces.

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Building, Project Management, Engineering, or equivalent trade experience.
• Around 7+ years' experience delivering commercial fitout and refurbishment projects, or equivalent depth of experience within the UK market.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and delivering fitout projects safely, commercially and to programme.
• Strong commercial insight across contract management, procurement, forecasting, cost control and progress claims.
• Practical problem-solving, risk management and decision-making skills, with a commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement.

About Built

Built is a leading privately owned construction company operating across Australia, NewZealand and the United Kingdom. With more than 1,600 people and a strong pipeline of diverse projects, we combine Tier 1 capability with the agility of private ownership, where decisions are quick, ideas are heard, and your impact is visible.

We are committed to innovation and new ways of working, investing heavily in digital solutions to deliver smarter, safer, and more efficient outcomes.You will thrive among talented, driven people who bring their strengths together and push each other to achieve exceptional results.

Why Built

At Built, we create an environment where people can accelerate their development, take on meaningful responsibility and work across diverse sectors and project scales.You’ll get exposure quickly, supported by leaders who back good ideas and create space for you to grow.

In return, we look for people who bring curiosity, ownership and a willingness to stretch themselves. We value collaboration, practical problem‑solving, and people who thrive in a culture where everyone contributes to better outcomes.We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, growth and life outside of work. You can explore these in our one‑page Benefits Summary.

• Formal and on-the-job learning opportunities that allow you to build your career at your speed.
• Additional paid leave for every year of service (up to 5 extra days per year).
• Wellbeing programs designed and delivered by our in-house specialists.
• Free health checks, skin checks and flu vaccines for all our people.
• Paid volunteering leave to give back and support local communities.

If you want to build differently, grow with purpose, and thrive in a team that’s shaping the future, this is your chance.

Where New Ideas Are Always Welcome

We’re building teams that reflect the communities we work in. At Built, we value different perspectives because fresh thinking helps us find better ways of doing things. If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t tick every single box, we’d still love to hear from you. Curiosity, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn matter just as much as your experience.

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