Project Manager Shop Fit Outs

A leading retailer is looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager - Shop Fit Outs to join its Property team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a fast-paced, forward-thinking retail business, delivering exciting store development projects across the UK.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and delivering a variety of store fit-out projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of development projects including new store openings, major and minor refurbishments, service roll-outs, equipment installations, and other property initiatives.
• Carry out site feasibility surveys, including condition assessments and site measurements, producing detailed reports for internal stakeholders.
• Appoint and manage contractors, ensuring works are delivered to the required standards, including organizing tender and project scoping meetings.
• Manage planning and statutory approval processes, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations, including CDM Regulations, Planning and Advertisement Consents, Landlord Approvals, and Centre Design Approvals.
• Prepare and issue tender documentation in accordance with company policy, evaluate submissions, and recommend contract awards.
• Specify and cost refurbishment works, prepare project cost documentation, and ensure purchase orders are raised before work commences.
• Oversee on-site project delivery, ensuring contractors meet agreed standards, programs, and specifications.
• Chair site meetings, monitor progress, and produce meeting minutes with agreed actions.
• Monitor project expenditure throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring delivery within approved budgets and undertaking cost analysis, including capital allowance evaluations where appropriate.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal departments, contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of projects.
• Provide expert advice to internal departments on development and property-related matters.
• Review, approve, and track project invoices, maintaining accurate financial records.
• Complete project close-out documentation and maintain accurate records for audit and future reference.
• Produce regular project status reports and program updates.
• Conduct post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.
• Attend Head Office and other business locations as required.