Project Manager - Retail Fit Out

Job Description

A great opportunity has arisen for a motivated Project Manager to join a leading high-end consultancy specialising in a range of construction industry sectors including retail.

• The management of all aspects of the project from start to finish; planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of various projects working to a series of pre-determined goals and objectives always with the client’s requirements in mind.
• Looking at all areas of development, from inception to delivery, of various Construction / Retail related projects around the United Kingdom.
• High level of communication across all levels of management, to develop and establish a brief for the project that clearly defines all objectives.
• Setting of measurable objectives and timelines of all elements within the projects; and managing other consultant disciplines and contractors to ensure delivery to cost, time and quality standards.
• Programme Management of a range of retail programmes, to deliver on time and budget.
• Maintain records and work folders – ensuring all work is checked and appropriately approved for distribution.
• Managing of all retail construction / redevelopment projects in a live environment.
• Chair meetings, both internally and externally to capture actions and ensure these are closed out.
• Management of other design teams, cost management consultants and contractors is required to ensure timely completion within budget and timelines.

Beneficial Skills / Qualifications:

• Working with retail clients / Managing retail construction / redevelopment
• Full driving license and own car with ability to travel within the UK.
• Project Management / Strategic Planning
• Programme Management
• Contract Administration
• Financial budgeting
• Ability to read and understand 2D drawings
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Excellent time management / workload prioritising
• Excellent organisational skills – scheduling, planning etc
• Excellent attention to detail
• Client focused approach
• Pro-active and self-motivated
• Ability to analyse data and situations and come up with creative solutions
• Base understanding of CDM Regulations
• Can do / make it happen attitude
• Presentation and reporting skills
• Commercial awareness
• A logical and practical mind
• Skilled in PC usage and associated software including Microsoft Office (MS Excel in particular)

• Educated to degree/HNC/HND or equivalent in relevant subject.
• CSCS card - Black/gold/white (or possess the qualifications to achieve).
• SMSTS
• CDM awareness training.
• Asbestos Awareness training.
• Up to date knowledge on H&S legislation.
• Chartered membership of a relevant body.

Benefits

• Perkbox (Discounts at major retailers, Health Assured - Employee Assistance Programme, etc.)
• Life Insurance cover (3 times salary), includes Smart Health (24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, a health check, a nutritionist consultation, expert second medical opinions, and personalised online fitness programmes), Bereavement counselling and probatehelpline
• 25 Holidays
• An extra day’s holiday on your birthday
• Option to buy additional holidays
• Wellness programme
• Training paid for (subject to training agreement)
• Professional fees paid
• Cycle to work Scheme available
• Tech Scheme available
• Salary Sacrifice pension contribution up to 3% (to meet government requirements)
• Paid bank holidays
• On-site parking