Project Manager jd Gyms

JD GROUP; Bury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the gym industry seeks a Project Manager to oversee new gym openings and renovations throughout the UK. This role involves managing all aspects of project delivery, striving for excellence, and maintaining high standards. Ideal candidates will have a construction background and a passion for fitness. Frequent travel is required to oversee projects effectively.

Qualifications

• Construction/Gyms Fit Out experience preferred with knowledge of shop fit industry.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively and on budget.
• Self-motivated with strong communication and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end project cycle of new gyms, re-fits, and extensions.
• Develop, monitor, and control project budgets to ensure they remain on track.
• Conduct liaising with various departments and contractors throughout projects.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Project Management

Teamwork

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

As we continue to grow at a rapid pace, we’re looking for a dynamic and passionate Project Manager to join the team.

Reporting into the Head of Programme Management, you’ll support the Construction Project management of New JD Gyms and Acquisition Projects, working to strict deadlines to deliver the JD Gyms Expansion Programme.

The role focuses on new Gym openings, extensions and re fits within the UK as required. It supports our existing remit to act as a centre of excellence to drive gym standards to a market leading level.

This is your opportunity to lead the way in an exciting and rapidly expanding business, so a go-getter attitude will make you stand out from the crowd. A passion for fitness and an understanding of the gym industry is a big plus. If you think you have what it takes, we’d love to hear from you.

Location: Office/Field Based with frequent travel to JD Gyms Head Office in Wigan.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Head of Programme Management & liaising with the Property department, you will manage the end-to-end project cycle of new gyms, re-fits and extensions to programme and to high standards. This includes coordinating the efforts of JD Group Designers & Project teams and third-party contractors or consultants, in order to deliver projects according to plan.
• Develop, monitor and control the budget for each project.
• Liaise with Group health and safety specialists to ensure best practice is adhered to.
• Work closely and support the senior gyms management and wider Project Team delivering progress reports, proposals, documentation and presentations where appropriate.
• Strive for excellence in all processes, continually reviewing and developing improvements
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks and devise contingency plans as required.
• Motivate and liaise with project team members and contractors encouraging them to take positive action and assume accountability for their assigned work.

Skills/Experience/Knowledge needed:

• Construction/Gyms Fit Out experience is preferred: You will have a sound knowledge and experience of the shop fit industry including processes and managing projects with strict budgets.
• Project Management experience: You will be able to manage multiple, simultaneous projects across JD Gyms keeping them on budget and delivering them on time & to a high standard.
• Excellent communication & influencing skills: You will have the ability to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders and across departments.
• Numerate and strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, but team player.
• Technically competent with various software programmes.
• Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• React to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently.
• Flexible during times of change.

Additional Information:

• This role is field based, and you will need to be geographically mobile to support our store portfolio.
• Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines.
• Extensive travel and periods of time away from home may be required.
• Based in and working throughout the UK.
• Full Driving Licence essential.