Project Manager

Buzzworks Holdings; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality business in Scotland is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee construction and refurbishment projects. You will lead projects valued at £2m+, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery while maintaining high quality standards. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of project delivery experience in hospitality and a strong understanding of construction processes.

Benefits

Flexible working

Leadership Training & Development

40% staff discount across all venues

Health & wellbeing support

Additional holidays for long service

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing hospitality, leisure, or accommodation projects valued at £2m+.
• Strong track record of project delivery from feasibility to handover (10+ years preferred).
• Ability to balance creative design ambitions with commercial and operational realities.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from feasibility through to completion.
• Oversee budgets and ensure financial targets are achieved.
• Manage procurement, tendering, and contract administration.

Skills

Project delivery

Stakeholder management

Construction knowledge

Problem-solving

Education

Formal project management qualification (RICS, CIOB, Prince2)

Job description

Overview

Buzzworks is one of Scotland’s leading hospitality businesses, operating award-winning bars and restaurants across the country. As we continue to grow, we’re expanding into the accommodation sector, adding stylish rooms to complement our venues. We’re now seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead our construction and refurbishment projects, from concept to completion, ensuring they’re delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The Buzz

• Flexible working, working that works for you.
• Leadership Training & Development opportunities
• 40% staff discount across all Buzzworks venues
• Health & wellbeing support - wellness hub, & discounted gym membership
• Additional holidays for long service at 1, 3 and 5 years
• A chance to play a key part in the next chapter of Buzzworks

The Works

As Project Manager, you’ll oversee new-build and refurbishment projects across Scotland, valued at £2m+. You’ll work closely with directors, external design teams, and contractors to create hospitality and accommodation spaces that embody the Buzzworks brand.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading projects from feasibility through all stages to completion
• Overseeing budgets and ensuring financial targets are achieved
• Managing procurement, tendering, and contract administration
• Preparing and managing project programmes, schedules, and reporting
• Delivering clear communication and reporting progress to Directors
• Ensuring compliance with planning, building regulations, licensing, H&S, and sustainability standards
• Driving collaboration across internal and external teams, fostering a “one team” approach
• Chairing project meetings, leading site inspections, resolving disputes, and fulfilling client duties

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience managing hospitality, leisure, or accommodation projects valued at £2m+
• Strong track record of project delivery from feasibility to handover (10+ years preferred)
• Excellent knowledge of construction processes, procurement, and regulations
• Skilled communicator and stakeholder manager
• Ability to balance creative design ambitions with commercial and operational realities
• Organised, detail-focused, and proactive in problem-solving
• Flexible to travel across Scotland with presence at HQ and project sites

Desirable

• Background in hospitality or accommodation projects
• Strong appreciation of interior design and customer experience
• Formal project management or construction qualification (RICS, CIOB, Prince2 or equivalent)

Ready to build the future with Buzzworks? Apply now and play your part in shaping our next chapter of growth and innovation.

Buzzworks is an equal opportunity employer. We believe a diverse, empowered team is key to our mission: To make people feel great through hospitality.