Project Manager - Fit Out

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contracting firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a two-and-a-half-floor fit-out project in a finance building at Canary Wharf. The ideal candidate will be responsible for executing and managing the project, ensuring quality delivery, compliance with health & safety regulations, and maintaining site standards throughout. This permanent position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a growing company that values safety, quality, and integrity.

Benefits

Employee-Owned Trust (EOT) scheme after 12 months

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a fit-out project manager required.
• In-depth knowledge of fit-out packages and health & safety legislation.
• Proficient in project management software.

Responsibilities

• Plans and manages the construction phase plan.
• Responsible for project delivery and quality assurance.
• Chair meetings and manage client relationships.

Skills

Project Management

Time Management

Client Management

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

CSCS Managers Card

SMSTS Certification

Job description

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Group Metropolitan was founded in 1985 as an electrical contractor carrying out small moves and changes projects for a select few clients. Over the past 35 years, we have grown into a turnkey Principal Contractor offering in-house tradespeople, with a projected turnover of £60m. This has been achieved by working collaboratively with our clients to understand their needs and become an extension of their business,’ expanding our service offerings and geography to meet the expectations required. Whilst the business has seen organic growth over the years, our core values of Safety, Quality, Integrity and People, remain the same.

Group Metropolitan is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace. We value dedication, innovation, and teamwork, and we strive to provide an environment where all employees can thrive.

About the role:

Group Metropolitan have secured a two-and-a-half-floor CAT B fit-out in a finance building in Canary Wharf. Group Metropolitan will be the project's main contractor and will be responsible for all specialist trade packages. We are recruiting an experienced project manager to lead and manage the fit-out.

Type of contract: Permanent

Department: Fit Out

Hours: 07:00 – 16:00

Location: London, Canary Wharf

• Plans, manages and coordinates the construction phase plan
• Responsible for managing and resolving any issues that arise during the project.
• Chair client, sub-contractor and internal meetings when required.
• Responsible for project delivery and quality in line with client and company expectations.
• Implement and maintain quality assurance methods/standards to assure delivery of projects.
• Implement and maintain HSQE procedures from pre-start to project completion to ensure full compliance with all company HSQE standards, policies, processes, ISO accreditations and legislative requirements.
• Ensure all programmes, plans, method statements and risk assessments are robust, up to date, understood and implemented.
• Be aware of and ensure contract terms are understood and adhered to.
• Ensure that all site records are kept up to date in line with company and legislative requirements.
• Develop and maintain close relationships with all appropriate internal and external stakeholders, including customers, sub-contractors, and supply chain.
• Identify and act on opportunities to reduce Cost and or add value to the project.
• Ensure the high site standards set out at the start of the project are maintained throughout the lifecycle.
• Ensure all persons working on site have the correct competence and training for the role they are carrying out

Requirements:

• CSCS Managers Card.
• SMSTS.
• Extensive experience as a fit-out project manager.
• In-depth knowledge and expertise of Fit out packages.
• Comprehensive awareness of health & safety, CDM and environmental legislation and good practice.
• Main Contractor experience.
• Proficient in programme software and programme management.
• Experienced in running effective and productive meetings with a subcontractor.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Communicates well and effectively at all levels.
• Client-management, must be able to meet and discuss operational matters with professionalism.
• Forward thinking, takes initiative and can foresee issues before they arise.
• Ability to enforce processes.
• Good knowledge of excel and projects.
• Knowledge of Procore is desirable.
• Reliable.
• Detail and ultimately quality orientated.
• Following 12 months of continuous employment, you are entitled to become a beneficiary of the Employee-Owned Trust (EOT) scheme.