Project Manager (Construction) - Retail Fit-Out

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Bicester; On-site; GBP 55,350 - 77,490; Part time

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment is seeking a Project Manager / Site Manager for a three-month temporary assignment at Bicester Village, Oxfordshire. This on-site role blends project management with hands-on site coordination, delivering a retail fit-out on a busy site, with three days per week (Mon, Wed, Fri) and some flexibility for client visits.

You will manage subcontractors, monitor progress, ensure safety and high-quality delivery, and report to the client and project team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within commercial construction.
• Must have a valid Black CSCS Card.
• Comfortable combining project management responsibilities with hands‑on site coordination.

Responsibilities

• Manage the project on site, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with the agreed programme.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades, materials and daily site activities.
• Monitor progress against key milestones and resolve issues that could affect project delivery.
• Liaise with the client, consultants, suppliers and the wider project team.
• Lead project and site meetings, providing clear progress updates and managing agreed actions.
• Review drawings, specifications and project information to ensure works are completed correctly.
• Monitor quality, manage snagging and support the successful completion and handover of the project.
• Maintain appropriate health and safety procedures, site records and project documentation.
• Identify and report risks, variations and potential programme or cost implications.

Skills

Project Manager

Site coordination

Client communication

Problem solving

Organised

Education

CSCS Card (Black)

SMSTS

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Project Manager / Site Manager - Retail Fit-Out

Location: Bicester Village, Oxfordshire

Contract: Three-month temporary assignment

Working pattern: Three days per week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday)

Rate: Competitive

Overview

Join a specialist retail fit‑out contractor as a Project Manager / Site Manager, supporting the delivery of a commercial project at Bicester Village. This site‑based hybrid position combines project management with day‑to‑day site supervision, coordinating the programme, subcontractors, quality, health and safety, client communication and project reporting.

Day‑to‑day responsibilities

• Manage the project on site, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with the agreed programme.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades, materials and daily site activities.
• Monitor progress against key milestones and resolve issues that could affect project delivery.
• Liaise with the client, consultants, suppliers and the wider project team.
• Lead project and site meetings, providing clear progress updates and managing agreed actions.
• Review drawings, specifications and project information to ensure works are completed correctly.
• Monitor quality, manage snagging and support the successful completion and handover of the project.
• Maintain appropriate health and safety procedures, site records and project documentation.
• Identify and report risks, variations and potential programme or cost implications.

Required skills and experience

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within commercial construction.
• Must have a valid Black CSCS Card.
• Comfortable combining project management responsibilities with hands‑on site coordination.
• Previous retail fit‑out, shopfitting or commercial refurbishment experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Experience managing subcontractors, trades and suppliers.
• Strong understanding of construction programmes, drawings and project delivery.
• Good knowledge of construction health and safety requirements.
• Strong client‑facing, communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Highly organised, commercially aware and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Relevant certifications such as SMSTS and First Aid would be beneficial.

Working pattern

The role is for three days per week, normally Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Some flexibility will be required, as the working days may occasionally change to accommodate client visits or key project requirements.