Senior Project Manager - Design & Build (Commercial Fitout)

Foresight Search Ltd; Bath; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Company in Bath / South West UK is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead high-value commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects across the UK. You will own delivery from pre-construction through to handover, coordinating design and construction teams to meet demanding timelines.

Ideally, you bring extensive CAT A/B project experience, solid programme management skills and a strong grasp of MEP, fire safety and regulatory requirements. Travel to UK sites will be required.

Qualifications

• CAT A and CAT B fit out project delivery experience.
• Experience managing projects in the £1m-£10m range.
• Strong understanding of programme management, logistics and coordination.
• Solid knowledge of MEP, fire safety and fit-out packages.
• Knowledge of Building Regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience with JCT Design & Build contracts.
• Commercial awareness with ability to manage change and risk.
• Excellent client-facing, communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• SMSTS, CSCS and relevant construction qualifications advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead CAT A/B fit out projects from pre-construction to completion.
• Manage project programmes, critical paths, sequencing and resources.
• Primary day-to-day interface for clients, consultants, landlords and stakeholders.
• Lead Site Managers, internal teams and subcontractors.
• Manage design information, drawings, RFIs, specs and submissions.
• Coordinate MEP, fire safety and specialist packages through to commissioning.
• Maintain strong site presence and resolve operational issues.
• Drive quality standards throughout the build and manage risk.
• Identify changes early and coordinate with Commercial to protect the project position.
• Coordinate commissioning, warranties, handover and client sign-off.
• Ensure safety, compliance, on programme and to required quality.

Skills

CAT A/CAT B fit out

Programme management

Subcontractor management

MEP knowledge

Building Regulations

JCT Design & Build

Change & risk awareness

Client-facing

Stakeholder management

CSCS/SMSTS qualifications

Education

Bachelor/Construction-related degree

Job description

The Company in Bath / South West UK is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead high-value commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects across the UK. You will own delivery from pre-construction through to handover, coordinating design and construction teams to meet demanding timelines.

Ideally, you bring extensive CAT A/B project experience, solid programme management skills and a strong grasp of MEP, fire safety and regulatory requirements. Travel to UK sites will be required.