Senior Project Manager

Mivan; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive joinery contractor in Central London is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to establish and manage a landmark fit-out project. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management, strong leadership skills, and the ability to negotiate effectively. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for training and personal development.

Benefits

Additional holidays

Enhanced pension

Health Cash Plan

Length of service awards

Employee wellness programme

Working from home scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience on new build and fit-out projects.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Ability to negotiate and influence effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans and ensure resource availability.
• Establish and manage project budgets.
• Ensure client specifications and quality standards are met.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage all project resources effectively.
• Act as primary liaison with clients.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Negotiation

Client Relationship Management

Education

Third level qualification in a related subject

Job description

Senior Project Manager Opportunity - Central London

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Mivan is a dynamic and progressive specialist joinery and interior fit-out contractor with a reputation for excellence and innovation. We are currently looking for an experienced and driven Senior Project Manager to establish, coordinate and manage a landmark fit-out project.

Candidates should have extensive experience on new build and fit-out type projects and a third level qualification in a related subject or experience in a similar Project Management role. The ideal candidate will be commercially astute with strong leadership and people management skills and the ability to negotiate and influence.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans and ensure all necessary resources are in place to meet deadlines.
• Establish and manage project budgets, ensuring delivery within financial targets.
• Ensure all work meets client specifications and quality standards, including implementation of the Control Quality Plan and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Effectively manage all project resources including staff, labour, plant, materials, subcontractors, and internal departments (e.g., design and factory teams).
• Set clear targets and reporting procedures, and measure team and stakeholder performance against these standards.
• Act as the primary liaison with clients and their representatives, providing regular updates and resolving issues promptly.
• Proactively develop and maintain strong client relationships to encourage repeat business and referrals.
• Ensure contractual conditions are adhered to and maintain accurate, contemporary records to protect the company's position.
• Implement and uphold company Operations and Safety Management Procedures on all projects. Demonstrate a high standard of safety at all times throughout the project.
• Undertake any other responsibilities within your knowledge, experience, or competency as requested by senior management.

Qualifications

Candidates should have extensive experience on new build and fit-out type projects and a third level qualification in a related subject or experience in a similar Project Management role. The ideal candidate will be commercially astute with strong leadership and people management skills and the ability to negotiate and influence.

What we offer

We will reward you with a competitive salary and benefits package, training and personal development opportunities and a range of initiatives designed to support a healthy work/life balance.

Core benefits include:

• Additional holidays
• Enhanced pension
• Health Cash Plan
• Length of service awards
• Employee wellness programme
• Working from home scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme

Closing date for applications is 3rd October 2025

Mivan is an Equal Opportunities Employer