Project Manager - JD UK

JD; Bury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector is seeking a Project Manager to oversee new store openings and refurbishments across the UK and Ireland. The ideal candidate will manage projects to high standards, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. This role requires strong communication skills, project management experience, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders. Flexibility and a full driving license are essential for this field-based position.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction/retail fit out and project management.
• Ability to manage multiple projects on budget and on time.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end project cycle of new stores and refurbishments.
• Develop and control project budgets and liaise with health and safety specialists.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

University degree

College diploma in Project Management

Tools

Various software programmes

Job description

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Role Overview:

Managing the delivery of New Stores, Refurbishment and Acquisition Projects to strict deadlines to aid the JD Sports Fashion PLC Group Expansion Programme.
The role focuses on new openings, extensions and refits within the UK and Ireland as required across all group fascias. It supports our existing remit to act as a centre of excellence to drive store standards to a market-leading level.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Senior Project Manager UK & Ireland &liaising with the Property department, you will manage the end to end project cycle of new stores, 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 approved capital budget for each project.
• Liaise with Group health and safety specialists to ensure best practice is adhered to.
• Work closely and support the wider Project Team delivering progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation and presentations where appropriate.
• Strive for excellence in all processes within the project & design team, 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/Retail Fit Out experience: You will have a sound knowledge and experience of the shop fit industry, including processes, managing projects and managing projects with strict budgets.
• Project Management experience: You will be able to manage multiple, simultaneous projects across a number of group fascia's 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.
• Qualifications: You will be educated to University degree level or possess a college diploma in Project Management or equivalent experience.
• This role is field based, and you will need to be geographically mobile to support our store portfolio.
• 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.
• Flexible working hours 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 and Ireland.
• Full Driving Licence essential.