About

Our client is a well-established retailer with over 30 years’ experience within the retail sports industry. They pride themselves on providing customers with the latest products from the very best brands using creative and innovative merchandising.

Now looking for a Senior Project Manager to take overall responsibility for the management of their gym projects. The role will be driving the project delivery of circa 20 fit out / construction projects per year, ranging in value from £500k to £1.5m. This is a field and home-based role, so large amounts of travel will be required.

Job Role

• Reporting to the Group Project Manager, you will take on the responsibility of managing an internal team; ensuring that they effectively manage the end to end project cycle of new stores, to programme and to the highest standards
• The role also demands direct management of projects ranging from £500k to £1.5m; based on the demands and volumes that the business presents
• An ability to train, educate, develop & monitor individual & team performance recognising development opportunities
• Assisting & supporting the in-house QS team
• Ensure best practice and health and safety is adhered to at all times
• Work closely and support the wider Project Team delivering progress reports, proposals, requirements, documentation and presentations where appropriate
• Strive for excellence in all company processes
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks and devise contingency plans as required
• Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors encouraging them to take positive action and assume accountability for their assigned work
• Close & clear communication into the senior management team to understand the company strategy and vision

Skills and Experience

• Solid retail construction/fit out experience knowledge of market relevant construction law and legal processes
• Proven track record of delivering gyms & shopfit schemes
• Excellent communication & influencing skills
• Numerate with strong attention to detail and technically competent
• University degree level, college diploma in Project Management or equivalent experience
• Self-motivated, but Team Leader
• Field based role so flexible hours required, and extensive travel will be involved
• Full UK driving license essential