Project Manager

300 North Limited; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A project management firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager specialized in hospitality fit-outs to oversee high-quality projects across the UK. The role involves managing budgets, coordinating with various teams, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates should possess strong leadership and communication skills, along with a proven track record in a similar field. The position offers a competitive salary and a variety of benefits.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Healthcare

Matched 5% pension

Company car

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in shopfitting or hospitality fit-outs.
• Strong knowledge of commercial catering equipment and M&E integration.
• SMSTS and Black CSCS Card required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end fit-out projects.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Manage budgets and project resources effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Health & safety compliance

Job description

Overview

Project Manager - Hospitality Fit-Outs

Location: North East

Salary: £55k per annum, annual bonus

Holidays, healthcare, matched 5% pension, BMW 330e company car

Contract Type: Permanent

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a strong track record in shopfitting in restaurants, bars and catering facilities?

We're looking for a driven and detail-focused professional to oversee the delivery of high-quality fit-out projects for leading commercial clients across the UK.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team working on fast-paced, complex catering environments, where precision, compliance, and client satisfaction are key.

The Role

As Project Manager, you will take full ownership of projects from concept through to handover, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard.

You'll coordinate with design teams, suppliers, and contractors to create state-of-the-art kitchen and canteen spaces for corporate, hospitality, education, and healthcare environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end kitchen and canteen fit-out projects.
• Oversee site activities, ensuring strict compliance with H&S regulations, food-safe installation standards, and building control requirements.
• Manage budgets, programmes, and project resources effectively.
• Liaise with clients, architects, designers, and contractors to maintain seamless project delivery.
• Coordinate specialist subcontractors, including M&E, refrigeration, joinery, and catering equipment suppliers.
• Ensure all works meet HACCP, fire safety, and compliance standards.
• Deliver high-quality project handovers with full O&M documentation.

Essential Requirements

• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) - Must Have
• Black CSCS Card - Must Have
• First Aid at Work Certificate - Must Have
• Proven experience as a Project Manager in shopfitting, commercial kitchens, or hospitality fit-outs.
• Strong knowledge of commercial catering equipment, M&E integration, and health & safety compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple fast-track projects simultaneously.
• Commercial awareness and strong budget management skills.

Why Join Us?

• Work on exciting, high-profile projects with blue-chip clients.
• Join a growing company with clear progression opportunities.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Please contact Joe Firth of 300 North or email (url removed) or call (phone number removed)