Are you a skilled Construction Project Manager looking for a new opportunity? Join this large retailers Property department and become part of a forward-thinking company with excellent career prospects. They are a major retailer with over 400 locations, including High Street, Tourist, and Destination sites, specialising in Fashion and Home.
Client Details
About Us
We operate a diverse range of retail outlets:
High Street Stores
Our high street stores offer a wide variety of ladies' and menswear for customers aged 45 and above. These outlets are situated in market and provincial towns across the UK and Ireland.
Tourist Shops and Visitor Centres
Our specialty tourist stores feature gift items and products that reflect their locations. These stores, often branded locally, are located in key tourist spots across the UK, and many benefit from coach visits with integrated food services and exhibitions.
Destination Shopping
Our destination sites combine all our retail concepts and additional brands to create attractive shopping destinations. These sites operate under unique local fascias.
Description
The Role
As a Project Manager, you will oversee the entire process of fitting out new stores, from initial site surveys to store openings. This includes obtaining competitive tenders, managing capital budgets, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure a high-quality retail environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate potential sites to determine feasibility and establish capital budgets.
- Collaborate with architects, agents, surveyors, and retail teams to finalise store layouts and finishes.
- Manage the tender process for shop fitting works, ensuring competitive pricing.
- Coordinate planning approvals and other necessary permissions.
- Supervise contractors to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to specification.
- Address any post-opening issues quickly and efficiently.
- Provide regular updates on project progress to colleagues.
- Assist in developing new store concepts.
- Build and maintain a reliable network of contractors.
Profile
Candidate Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Building surveying or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Construction Project Manager, preferably in the retail industry.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent budgeting and cost management abilities.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.
- Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
Job Offer
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary + Car and benefits package.
- Flexible home-based working arrangement.
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
- Be part of a supportive and innovative team.