Project Manager

An established Midlands-based construction and fit-out contractor with over 45 years' experience delivering high-quality refurbishment, fit-out and construction projects across the UK.

The business specialises in creating and transforming commercial environments, with a particularly strong presence across hospitality, leisure, commercial, healthcare and education. Projects range from bars, restaurants, pubs and hotels through to offices and wider commercial environments.

Working as a Principal Contractor, the business provides an end-to-end service covering project management, construction, fit-out, joinery, M&E, finishes and installation.

They are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to take responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple fit-out and refurbishment projects.

You will be responsible for managing projects from pre-start through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.

The role would suit an experienced Project Manager from a fit-out, refurbishment, interiors or main contracting background, particularly someone who has worked within hospitality, leisure, retail or other live commercial environments.

• Manage projects from pre-construction through to practical completion and handover.
• Take overall responsibility for programme, budget, quality and delivery.
• Coordinate subcontractors, site teams, suppliers, consultants and clients.
• Develop and monitor project programmes, ensuring key milestones are achieved.
• Manage project costs and identify potential commercial issues at an early stage.
• Attend client, design and progress meetings.
• Review drawings, specifications and construction information.
• Coordinate design development and resolve technical issues throughout the project.
• Manage procurement and ensure materials and subcontract packages are delivered in line with programme requirements.
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with relevant health & safety requirements.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Monitor progress on site and ensure works are delivered to the required quality.
• Manage snagging, completion and handover.
• Provide regular project updates to senior management.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within construction, fit-out or refurbishment.
• Experience delivering projects from inception through to completion.
• Strong knowledge of commercial interiors and construction processes.
• Experience managing subcontractors and multiple trades.
• Good understanding of programmes, budgets, procurement and project reporting.
• Strong client and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Relevant construction qualifications such as SMSTS, CSCS or similar would be advantageous.

Hospitality, pub, restaurant, hotel, leisure, retail or commercial fit-out experience would be particularly beneficial, although candidates from a wider refurbishment or interiors background will also be considered.