Senior Project Manager

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment specialist is seeking a dynamic Senior Project Manager for food retail projects across the UK. The role involves leading fit-out projects, managing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in food retail environments, strong technical knowledge, and excellent communication and leadership abilities. The position offers a salary range of £70,000-£75,000, with added benefits including a car allowance and healthcare.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Healthcare

Bonus

Qualifications

• Experienced in food retail fit-outs.
• Strong technical knowledge and site delivery experience.
• Client-facing with excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from initial scoping through delivery and defect resolution.
• Oversee site teams and subcontractors across multiple locations.
• Manage client relationships and chair project meetings.
• Ensure compliance with standards and health & safety regulations.

Skills

Food retail fit-outs

Technical knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

SMSTS certification

CSCS Black Card

First Aid certification

Asbestos Awareness certification

Job description

Senior Project Manager - Food Retail Projects

Location: UK Wide (South / Midlands preferred)

Salary: £70,000-£75,000 + Car Allowance + Healthcare + Bonus

Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Overview

My client are seeking a dynamic and technically capable Senior Project Manager to lead retail fit‑out schemes for one of their supermarket / food retail account.

The role involves managing both small and large‑scale projects across the UK, with a strong focus on food retail environments. You'll be joining a team with a proven track record, including delivery of two major schemes, and a secured pipeline of work for the coming year.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead projects from initial scoping through delivery and defect resolution
• Oversee site teams and subcontractors across multiple locations
• Manage client relationships and chair project meetings
• Coordinate with QS on programming and cost control
• Ensure compliance with standards and health & safety regulations

Range of Schemes

• Empty shell fit‑outs
• Full‑line store refurbishments
• Conversions (cladding, roofing, etc.)

Location & Travel

Projects span from Yorkshire to the South, with 50% based in London. UK‑wide travel required. Flexible working.

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced in food retail fit‑outs
• Strong technical knowledge and site delivery experience
• SMSTS, CSCS Black Card, First Aid, and Asbestos Awareness certified
• Client‑facing with excellent communication and leadership skills
• Able to adapt and be moulded into a long‑term asset

Interview Process

Two‑stage interview :