Senior Project Manager

Kenna Recruitment Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenna Recruitment Ltd in Guildford is recruiting an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a £20m CAT B fit-out for a Tier 2 contractor. You will helm delivery from pre-construction through handover, managing the site team, client and consultants to secure on-time, on-budget completion.

The role demands strong leadership, proven CAT A/CAT B track record on large commercial fits, and excellent client-facing communication.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering large-scale fit out projects for Tier 2 contractors.
• Strong track record on CAT A / CAT B fit outs valued at £20m+.
• Excellent leadership, planning and client-facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and lead a site-based team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project from pre-construction to practical completion and handover.
• Own delivery, programme, quality, commercial performance and safety.
• Manage and motivate the site team and contractors.
• Coordinate with client, consultants and subcontractors to keep milestones.
• Attend progress meetings and maintain project documentation to high standards.

Job description

Senior Project manager or Nb.1 Project Manager - £20m CAT B Fit Out

Location: Guildford

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Job Type: Permanent

Sector: Commercial Fit Out

Kenna Recruitment have partnered with a highly reputable Tier 2 Fit Out Contractor who are currently looking for an experienced Project Manager to join their team and take the lead on a £20m Full CAT B Fit Out project in London.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager who has a proven track record delivering large-scale commercial fit out projects from start to finish.

The Role

As Project Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of a £20m Full CAT B project, working closely with the site team, client, consultants, subcontractors and wider project stakeholders.

You will report directly into the Construction Director and will be responsible for ensuring the project is delivered safely, on programme, to the required quality standards and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the project from pre-construction through to practical completion and handover.
• Take overall responsibility for project delivery, programme, quality, commercial performance and health & safety.
• Manage and lead the site-based project team.
• Work closely with the Construction Director and senior management team.
• Liaise with the client, consultants, architects and subcontractors.
• Manage project programmes and ensure key milestones are achieved.
• Coordinate subcontractors and specialist trades throughout the project.
• Monitor project progress and proactively manage any risks, delays or issues.
• Ensure the highest standards of quality and workmanship are maintained.
• Chair and attend project meetings, providing regular progress updates.
• Ensure all project documentation and reporting is maintained to a high standard.
• Drive the project through to successful completion and handover.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Proven experience working for a Tier 2 Fit Out Contractor.
• A strong track record delivering commercial CAT A/CAT B fit out projects.
• Experience managing projects valued at £20m-£25m+ from start to finish.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of construction processes, programmes and project delivery.
• Strong client-facing and communication skills.
• The ability to manage multiple stakeholders and lead a project team effectively.
• A proactive approach with the ability to identify and resolve issues before they impact delivery.

Most importantly, you must have demonstrable experience delivering large-scale fit out projects of a similar value with a Tier 2 contractor.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established and growing fit out contractor with a strong pipeline of work. You will be given significant responsibility and will work closely with a senior Construction Director, making this an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Project Manager looking to take ownership of a major project.

If you are an experienced Project Manager with a Tier 2 fit out background and have successfully delivered projects in the £20m-£25m range, we would be keen to hear from you