Site- Based Project Manager

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Site-Based Project Manager to oversee high-value retail refurbishment projects primarily in London. The successful candidate will manage site operations, ensure safety compliance, and coordinate subcontractors. Experience in shopfitting or similar projects is essential. This role requires full-time on-site commitment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in site-based project management within retail fit-out or refurbishment.
• Must be comfortable managing both day and night shifts on live retail sites.
• Strong understanding of construction elements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver retail refurbishment and fit-out projects valued at £2 million+.
• Oversee and coordinate subcontractors and site teams.
• Ensure all health & safety regulations are followed.

Skills

Project management experience

Retail refurbishment

Shopfitting background

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Site-Based Project Manager

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Ideally South of the UK (Greater London preferred, but open to candidates willing to work in London regularly)

Salary: £55,000 + Car Allowance

We are currently recruiting for a Site-Based Project Manager to join a dynamic and fast-paced team delivering refurbishment and refit projects on the account. The role is predominantly London-based, with national travel required on occasion. The ideal candidate will come from a Shopfitting or Joinery background and have experience managing high-value retail refurbishment projects. You\'ll be responsible for overseeing all on-site project operations, ensuring timely delivery, safety compliance, and quality standards across the board.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver retail refurbishment and fit-out projects (typically valued at £2 million+)
• Work on a variety of store sections including cafés, clothing, home, tills, and home areas
• Operate primarily on live sites with a mix of day and night shifts
• Oversee and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams
• Ensure all health & safety regulations are followed, including site inductions and toolbox talks
• Liaise closely with the client and internal teams to meet project milestones
• Report progress, manage budgets, and maintain high-quality standards
• Travel nationwide as required, though the majority of projects are London-based

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in a site-based project management role within retail fit-out or refurbishment
• Ideally from a shopfitting background
• Must be comfortable managing both day and night shifts on live retail sites
• Strong understanding of construction elements, including civils, M&E, and general building
• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills

Additional Info

Candidate must be comfortable working full-time on-site

Interested?

If you\'re a proactive, hands-on project manager with experience in shopfitting or retail refurbishments and are ready to lead high-profile projects, we\'d love to hear from you.