Job description
Our client is a commercial fitout company looking for an experienced Fitout Project Manager to be based out of their Surrey head office. Our client works on a number of commercial fitout projects across the UK, therefore candidates can expect a varied workload covering the whole country.
Responsibilities:
Project Management: Manage multiple construction sites, including refurbishment and fit-out projects, while being responsible for the successful delivery of each project.
Client Interface: Act as the primary point of contact between senior management, the site team, and clients. Building strong rapport with clients is crucial.
Lead Conversion: Follow up on leads generated by the sales team, convert leads into sales, and maintain excellent interpersonal skills to establish strong relationships with clients.
Commercial Responsibility: Handle full commercial responsibility for the projects, including producing cost plans, managing subcontractors, and controlling both site and financial aspects of the projects.
Self-Delivery Program: Manage a self-delivery program that provides labour for project delivery regionally.
Move Management: Oversee move management, decommission, and fit-out projects.
Project Management Systems: Implement project management systems and methodologies throughout the project delivery process.
Furniture Systems: Have knowledge and understanding of furniture systems.
Meetings and Reporting: Attend regular Project Control Committee meetings with senior representatives from different departments to review current projects and plan upcoming ones.
Client Engagement: Receive and interpret client project briefs, conduct site surveys, and assist with various aspects of Facilities Management (FM) systems.
Collaboration: Work both independently and within a team to deliver moves and installations.
Training and Support: Attend meetings and training sessions and assist senior management as required.
Essential Criteria:
- Fit Out Management Experience: Significant experience in managing fit-out projects.
- Project Management Experience: Proven track record in project management.
- Strong Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and client relationship-building skills.
- Full Driving Licence: A valid driver’s licence.
- Experience Managing Multiple Site Teams: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple site teams simultaneously.
- Sales Experience: Prior experience in sales.
- Knowledge of the Client Base: Familiarity with the client base across the UK.
This role offers excellent opportunities for personal and professional development within a supportive and forward-thinking company. The company focuses on providing high-quality services across the commercial fitout sector while also promoting sustainability and a carbon-neutral future. This permanent position in Surrey is ideal for someone looking to advance their career in construction project management.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £95,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Woking, Surrey: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Project Management: 5 years (preferred)
- Fitout: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
