Project Manager Shopfitting

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Development Manager/Project Manager to work in our Design & Shopfitting division, who is passionate about their role in offering excellent service and standards to our customers. We are looking for someonewho is motivated, personable, and able to work on own initiative and also as part of our larger team.The role:To manage business development activities for the company that drive sales activities and the acquisition of new business. To be the customers key point of contact for the development of their business, providing best advice on the available options for equipmentand finishes. Produce Programs of Work that are cost effective and limit disruption to trading activities, whilst ensuring agreed objectives are achieved in respect of the scope of works and Health and Safety. Prepare project quotations that meet the retailbrief for presentation to the customer. Ensuring projects are completed on time and to budget.Some Key Accountabilities:

• Ensure an agreed number of target projects are contractually signed in each quarter.
• Agree with the customer the scope of works and budget for each project.
• Provide the customer with a clear understanding of the available equipment options, finishes and cost implications.
• Complete detailed store surveys, to include a scope of works and Programs of Work for each project.
• Provide the customer with a comprehensive presentation of the proposal explaining the key decisions taken.
• Obtain properly signed orders, ensuring lead times and Programs of Work are included within the BDS contract.
• Identify labour, equipment, material, and time requirement by producing relevant documents.
• Organise and attend contractor meetings to ensure accurate costs are obtained.

Key Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications Required:

• 5 x GCSE (A-C)
• A valid drivers licence.
• Ability to produce accurate and detailed site surveys.
• A knowledge of retail store design & layout principles.
• Knowledge of different computer software & CAD packages.
• Experience of project management & delivering to timescales and budgets.
• A knowledge of statutory and legal requirements including Building Regulations and Health & Safety responsibilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills and the ability to build strong working relationships.
• Ability to influence and negotiate at all levels.

Whats in it for you

• Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture
• Outstanding Training & Development
• Gain hands-on experience in a high volume, fast paced environment
• Excellent benefits package including:
• Use of Company Car
• Early access to your pay through EarlyPay
• 24/7 access to your payslips and Rotas via HR/Payroll portal
• 10% Staff Discount in our SPAR stores
• Access to our colleague benefits scheme which offers a wide range of high street retail, holiday & leisure discounts
• Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme
• Company Pension Scheme
• NEST pension scheme
• Extra Holidays - Purchase Scheme
• Long Service Awards (e.g. 25 years service is £500 in vouchers and extra 4 weeks paid leave)

Who are we:A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd is one of the largest privately owned companies in the UK. Our forward-thinking family-owned business began life in 1917 as a counter-service grocery store and has grown from these humble beginnings into a company that now owns 260SPAR convenience stores and employs more than 7,000 people, with a turnover of £1.3 billion. As one of the largest convenience retailers in the UK, we are always looking for innovative ways to create a point of difference. Food and drink have always been ourlifeblood, and today our business has multiple divisions specialising in retail, food service and wholesale distribution.Location: Hybrid - Field based with visits to office when requiredContract Type: PermanentHours: Full Time, Normal hours Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:30pm, contactable over weekendSalary: circa £30,000-£35,000 p/a (depending on experience) plus performance bonus and use of company car.Benefits: Company Sick Pay Scheme, Additional Holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Staff Discount, Long Service Awards, Life Cover, Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Volunteering Opportunities, Company Vehicle commensurate with job roleClosing date for applications: 9th December, 2022You may have experience of the following: Project Manager, Shopfitting, Retail, Design, Project Management, Refurbishment, Project Coordinator, CAD, Installation Projects, etc.REF-201047