Store Environment Construction - Project Manager

MARKS&SPENCER; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK retail company seeks a skilled Project Manager to oversee construction and fit-out projects. The role emphasizes quality, budget management, and communication across various stakeholders. Candidates should have at least five years of experience in retail construction, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects. Competitive benefits include employee discounts, holiday allowances, pension schemes, and wellness support.

Benefits

20% colleague discount on all products

Competitive holiday allowance

Discretionary bonus schemes

Strong pension and life assurance

Tailored induction and training

Exclusive perks through M&S Choices

Market-leading family policies

24/7 wellbeing support

One paid volunteer day a year

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in retail construction or fit-out.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction projects from feasibility to close-out.
• Manage multiple projects ensuring compliance with health & safety.
• Coordinate supply chains and stakeholders for effective communication.

Skills

Programme and project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Risk analysis

Computer literacy

Education

Recognised project management qualification

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Store Environment Construction - Project Manager who can effectively manage construction and fit-out projects in a lively retail atmosphere. Taking ownership of the entire process, you will emphasise quality, scheduling, budget monitoring, and clear communication with all involved to achieve excellent project outcomes. This role requires travel across the UK.

What you'll do

• Lead construction projects from feasibility through to close-out, ensuring timely delivery within budget and quality standards.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, aligning with company policies, health & safety, and CDM compliance.
• Coordinate supply chains and stakeholders, fostering collaboration and clear communication across all phases.
• Identify and mitigate risks, support change management, and recommend solutions based on time, cost, resource, and risk analysis.
• Contribute to strategic planning, mentor teams, and drive innovation in construction methods and investment strategies.

Who you are

• Proven experience in programme and project management, ideally supported by a recognised project management qualification.
• At least five years' experience in retail construction or fit-out, with the ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented, with the capability to work under pressure and meet challenging deadlines.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, able to build trust and simplify complex issues across varied audiences.
• Good level of computer literacy and a professional approach to handling confidential and sensitive project information.

What's in it for you?

Working at M&S means being part of something bigger - helping to deliver quality, value and service to millions of customers every day. We're inclusive, fast-moving and always evolving, with a strong sense of purpose and a focus on doing the right thing.

• 20% colleague discount on all M&S products and many third-party brands for you and someone in your household, available once you've completed your probation
• Competitive holiday allowance with the option to buy more
• Discretionary bonus schemes linked to your performance and ours
• Strong pension and life assurance to help plan for the future
• Tailored induction and training to support your development from day one
• Exclusive perks and savings through our M&S Choices portal
• Market-leading family policies, including parental, adoption and neonatal leave
• 24/7 wellbeing support, including virtual GP access and mental health services
• One paid volunteer day a year to support a cause that matters to you

Everyone's welcome

We are ambitious about the future of retail. We're disrupting, innovating and leading the industry into a more conscientious, inspiring digital era. We're transforming how we work together and offering our most exciting opportunities yet. Marks & Spencer strives to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers and suppliers. Join us and make change happen.

We are committed to building diverse and representative teams, where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and be at their best. We support each other and work together to win together.

If you feel you'd benefit from any support or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know when completing your application. This information will be picked up by our team, so we can try and put steps in place to help you be at your best through this process