Project Manager Fit Out

Velocity Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor in the UK is seeking a Project Manager for retail fit out projects. The ideal candidate will oversee site activities, ensure high quality standards, and manage communication across teams. This role offers opportunities for career development, generous benefits including a car allowance, and a comprehensive healthcare package, all within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Industry leading maternity/paternity scheme

Generous Pension

Comprehensive healthcare

Car allowance

Bonus

Flexible working arrangements

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working on retail fit out schemes for a main contractor is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all site activities and monitor progress.
• Ensure the effective close out of the project.
• Monitor quality of work to ensure high standards.
• Keep up to date and complete site records.
• Identify potential issues affecting project delivery.
• Manage performance of direct reports and sub-contract labour.
• Ensure HSQE standards are implemented.
• Coordinate activities of different sub-contractors.

Skills

Project management

Retail fit out experience

Quality monitoring

Communication skills

Safety management

Job description

Overview

Project Manager (Fit Out) – £75,000 + package

The Company

This Project Manager's role is with one of the UK's leading main contractors. They have an excellent reputation and build some of the country's most iconic buildings. They are a diverse organisation covering most sectors of the built environment and this specific role is within their fit out and refurbishment division. Projects are varied ranging from £500k - £5m in the commercial, retail and public sector.

The Role

We are looking for a Project Manager to join the team on an account for a major retailer we work with.

• Oversee all site activities and monitor progress.
• Ensure the effective close out of the project and that snagging commences as specified.
• Monitor and inspect the quality of work to ensure high standards of are achieved.
• Keep up to date and complete site records.
• Identify potential issues which will affect successful project delivery and take necessary action as appropriate.
• Manage the performance of direct reports and sub-contract labour, ensuring they are working safely and efficiently.
• To manage the communication of all necessary information.
• Ensure HSQE standards are implemented and adhered to at all times.
• Responsible for the safety of the public, when working in a live environment.
• Co-ordinate the activities of different sub-contractors to ensure work is carried out efficiently and oversee performance to ensure work is completed on schedule and to the right standard.
• Previous experience of working on retail fit out schemes for a main contractor is essential to be considered for this role.

The Plus Points

• There are genuine opportunities for career development and progression with this contractor. They also invest heavily in training and successful applicants can expect long and rewarding careers.
• Industry leading maternity/paternity scheme
• Generous Pension
• Comprehensive healthcare
• Car allowance
• Bonus
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible benefits