Project Manager - Commercial Kitchen Fit outs

Lord Search & Selection; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Project Manager to supervise premium commercial kitchen installations across the UK. This role involves overseeing projects from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and high standards of quality. The ideal candidate will have a background in managing hospitality or catering fit-outs, strong leadership skills, and a flexible approach to travel. Benefits include competitive pay, a company car, and 32 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Company car or allowance

Tech package (laptop & phone)

Pension scheme & private healthcare

32 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Background in managing interior fit-outs, ideally in hospitality or catering.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen/bar builds, M & E coordination, and custom joinery/metalwork.
• Experience with SMSTS/CSCS and First Aid certifications is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end process from inception to final handover.
• Direct subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Manage schedules, site logistics, and cost tracking.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Project Management

Job description

On behalf of our client, we are searching for an experienced ProjectManager to oversee the delivery of premium commercial kitchens across the UK. You ll take charge of on-site execution for high-end bar and kitchen fit outs, ensuring projects run smoothly, safely, and to a high standard. You will bring a wealth of experience in a similar role, high attention to detail and a strong desire to develop your career.

What You ll Be Doing:

• Overseeing the end to end process from inception to final handover
• Directing subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams
• Ensuring work meets safety regulations and design specifications
• Managing schedules, site logistics and cost tracking
• Act as the main contact for clients during installation
• Comply with all health and safety regulations at all stages of the project
• Inspect all works to ensure quality and design adherence
• Identify and resolve any issues or concerns before final handover
• Liaise with client post completion, offering robust aftercare

What You Bring:

• Background in managing interior fit-outs, ideally in hospitality or catering
• Strong knowledge of kitchen/bar builds, M & E coordination, and custom joinery/metalwork
• Confident leader with excellent problem-solving skills
• Flexible approach and willingness to travel extensively
• Full UK driving licence
• SMSTS/CSCS (Manager card)/First Aid a plus

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive pay structure performance incentives
• Company car or allowance provided
• Tech package (laptop & phone)
• Pension scheme & private healthcare (after probation)
• 32 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays)
• Opportunity to work on standout venues and prestigious brands

If you are interested in this job role, please submit your application, alternatively you can give us a call to be the first to apply

Due to the large number of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within two weeks, please consider your application for the currently advertised position unsuccessful. However, we may contact you regarding other suitable roles. We want to emphasize that no wording in this advertisement is intended to discriminate based on gender, marital status, race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All candidates will be evaluated solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the role. Recruitment Solutions (NW) LTD operates as an employment agency for both permanent recruitment and temporary placements.