Project Manager - JD UK

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

Job summary

A leading retailer in the sports fashion industry is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the delivery of new stores and refurbishments. The role demands strong project management skills, communication, and the ability to manage budgets effectively. Ideal candidates will have a background in construction or retail fit-out, and be ready to work across the UK and Ireland. The position offers opportunities for personal development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Staff Discount

Personal Development Opportunities

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end project cycle for new stores and refurbishments.
• Develop and control capital budgets for projects.
• Liaise with health and safety specialists.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

University degree

College diploma in Project Management

Tools

Various software programmes

Job description

Project Manager - JD UK (Defend & Protect)

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Senior Talent Acquisition Executive @ JD Sports | Recruitment for UK & Europe

Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with our colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets around the world.

JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally.

We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives.

Project Manager - JD UK (Defend & Protect)

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.
  
  

We know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits including staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work.

Thank you for your time

#JD

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Retail

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