Project Manager

Universal Business Team; Tetford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing scheme

Company pension

Flexitime

Free on-site parking

Free snacks on site

Job summary

Universal Business Team is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Thetford, Norfolk. This role focuses on FF&E, interiors, fit-out and contract projects across the UK, delivering complex schemes from concept to handover.

You will own projects from order to completion, manage procurement, logistics and installation, and maintain strong client relationships while protecting quality, schedule and budget.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management within FF&E, interiors, fit-out or contract projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from initial order through to final completion.
• Be the key point of contact for customers and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project plans, programmes and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate procurement, logistics, installation and handover.
• Monitor budgets, costs and variations; manage snagging and sign-off.

Job description

Project Manager

Location: Thetford, Norfolk
Monday to Friday – 08.00 – 16.30 – Office Based

Take Ownership. Deliver Exceptional Spaces. Make a Difference.

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a background in Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment, interiors, fit-out or contract projects? Do you thrive on delivering complex projects, managing multiple stakeholders, and seeing a project through from concept to completion?

If so, this could be the perfect next step.

We are looking for a highly organised and commercially minded Project Manager to join our growing team. This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering furniture, fixtures and equipment projects that help transform complex care environments across the UK.

From managing procurement and logistics through to installation and project handover, you’ll be at the centre of every stage of the project lifecycle, ensuring exceptional service, outstanding quality and successful outcomes for our clients.

What You’ll Be Doing

As our Project Manager, you’ll take ownership of projects ranging from £50k to £500k+, ensuring they’re delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standards.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Managing projects from initial order through to final completion
• Be key point of contact for customers
• Developing and maintaining project plans, programmes and delivery schedules
• Building strong relationships with clients, designers, contractors and suppliers
• Coordinating procurement, manufacturing, logistics and installation activities
• Managing project budgets, costs and variations
• Proactively identifying and resolving issues before they impact delivery
• Monitoring installation progress and managing snagging through to sign-off
• Providing regular project updates to both clients and internal stakeholders
• Ensuring quality, compliance and customer satisfaction throughout every project

This is a varied and fast-paced role where no two days are the same. You’ll be juggling multiple projects at different stages, working closely with a wide range of stakeholders and making a genuine impact on project success.

• Ideally, someone who has proven project management experience within FF&E, furniture, interiors, fit-out, hospitality or contract furniture sectors. We would also consider candidates who are potentially from the Facilities Management sector, or have worked on Refurbishment type projects or similar.

• We need someone who understands procurement, logistics, manufacturing, and installation processes

• Is highly organised and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously

• Has strong commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and costs

• Builds excellent relationships and communicates confidently with clients and suppliers

• Takes ownership, solves problems and stays calm under pressure

• Has exceptional attention to detail and a proactive approach

• Enjoys working in a fast-moving commercial environment where priorities can shift

• Competitive salary

• Profit sharing scheme

• Company pension

• Flexitime

• Free on-site parking

• Free snacks on site for employees

• Opportunity to be part of a growing and ambitious business

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

Ready to Join the Journey?

If you’re a driven and experienced Project Manager looking for a role where you can take ownership, build lasting client relationships and play a key role in a growing business, we’d love to hear from you.

As part of our continued growth, we’re looking for people who share our passion, professionalism and commitment to delivering outstanding results. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business with ambitious plans, a collaborative culture and a genuine desire to invest in its people