Senior Project Manager - Retail

Flagship Consulting; Oxford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Flagship Consulting in Oxford is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead multiple Retail sector projects from feasibility through to handover. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, maintain client relationships, and drive delivery to the highest standards of quality, budget and programme.

At senior level, you will contribute to business development, represent the firm at industry events, mentor junior staff, and help strengthen the firm's profile in Oxford and the surrounding region.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant degree and be Chartered (MRICS, MAPM, or equivalent).
• Experience as a Senior Project Manager in a consultancy.
• Proven track record delivering Retail or Commercial Fit-Out/Refurbishment projects.
• Strong leadership, communication and client-facing skills.
• Proactive and able to manage multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple Retail sector projects from design to handover.
• Direct multidisciplinary teams and maintain client relationships.
• Ensure projects meet quality, budget and programme targets.
• Support business development and mentoring of junior staff.

Skills

MRICS/MAPM eligible

Senior PM experience

Leadership

Client-facing

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

THE COMPANY

One of the UK's leading Property Consultancies is seeking a Senior Project Manager to deliver a range of major Retail sector projects across Oxford and the surrounding region.

Our client is one of the most respected Consultancies in the UK, with an established network of offices nationwide and internationally. With a strong reputation for excellence, they are currently delivering some of the area's most high-profile Retail developments - including flagship stores, retail-led mixed-use schemes, and large-scale fit-out and refurbishment programmes for leading retail brands and landlords. The company offers a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where Senior Project Managers work alongside some of the most experienced professionals in the industry.

THE POSITION

The role is for a Senior Project Manager to take full responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple Retail sector projects, from early-stage design and procurement through to construction and handover. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary consultant teams, maintain strong client relationships, and ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, budget, and programme.

At Senior level, the role will also involve contributing to business and client development, representing the company at industry events, and helping to strengthen the firm's profile within the Retail sector across the region. You will also play a key part in mentoring junior team members and driving best practice across project delivery.

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal Senior Project Manager will:

• Hold a relevant degree and be Chartered (MRICS, MAPM, or equivalent)
• Have experience working as a Project Manager at Senior level within a Consultancy environment
• Demonstrate proven experience delivering Retail or Commercial Fit-Out / Refurbishment projects
• Be confident managing complex projects through all stages, from feasibility to completion
• Possess excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills
• Be proactive, strategic, and capable of managing multiple stakeholders and priorities

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

• Opportunity to lead some of Oxford's most high-profile Retail projects
• Excellent market reputation as a leading employer in the built environment sector
• Exposure to blue-chip retail clients and flagship developments
• Clear career progression opportunities to Associate level and beyond
• Supportive and collaborative company culture with experienced leadership and mentoring