Project Manager - Fit-out

CBRE; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead fit-out projects in London. This role involves ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget while managing risks and maintaining high-quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, particularly in office fit-outs, and will excel in client-facing situations. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration, and make a significant impact in the real estate sector. If you are looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Project Management, especially in Office Fit out.
• Strong client-facing and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects to completion on time and within budget.
• Identify and manage risks associated with projects effectively.

Skills

Project Management

Client facing skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Project Management qualification

Building Services qualification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

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Company Profile

CBRE is the global leader in real estate services and leverages the industry's most powerful knowledge base to meet the commercial real estate needs of its clients worldwide. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm. Globally we employ over 100,000 employees and operate in 48 countries.

Job Title: Project Manager (Fit Out)

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Project Manager to join the team located in London.

Key Tasks

1. Provide leadership in identifying and specifying project opportunities and in delivering contractual commitments on secured projects.
2. Ensure that opportunities for the strategic development of projects are exploited to deliver increased turnover and profitability.
3. Deliver projects to completion on time and on budget and to the satisfaction of all parties.
4. Identify, reduce and manage all risks (technical, statutory, health and safety, commercial or otherwise) associated with each and every project.
5. Ensure compliance with company's policies and procedures.
6. Ensure the provision of healthy and safe working conditions and that both clients and Company health and safety policy and process is effectively implemented across both company and subcontractors activities.
7. Build strong relationships with sub-contractors and preferred suppliers to ensure cost-effective solutions meet our quality expectations while managing risk.
8. Work with other Operational managers to ensure the collaborative development of the projects.
9. Develop project financial plans for revenue and profit delivery.
10. Ensure positive cash flow through the upfront agreement of a relevant payment schedule and the submission of timely invoices/applications for payment.
11. Manage the delivery of projects within agreed budget requirements with the target to maximize profit through cost reductions and better buying of sub-contractor services.
12. Ensure appropriate control systems to ensure statutory, policy and contractual commitments are met.
13. Promote and maintain the core values of CBRE.
14. Support the sales process through solutions development, participation in presentations and consultation meetings.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

1. Project Management, Building Services or equivalent qualifications
2. Proven track record of Project Management experience in Office Fit out
3. Excellent team player
4. Client facing skills
5. Good understanding of mechanical, electrical, IT, security and plumbing installations
6. Proficient in Microsoft Office: Project, Power Point, Excel, Word
7. Ability to demonstrate logical processes, with good analytical skills and judgment, along with initiative
8. Good organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload
9. Good communication skills at all levels
10. Work well under pressure