Project Manager

Project Manager Retail Fit-Out (Shopfitting)
Location: London (office-based) with nationwide UK travel
Reporting to: Delivery Director
About the Company
An established and highly regarded retail fit-out contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver fast-track shopfitting projects for premium retail brands across the UK. Known for quality, pace, and consistency, the business offers a strong project pipeline and long-term stability.
This is a hands-on, client-facing role with full responsibility for projects from initial survey through to handover and commercial close-out.
ABOUT THE ROLE You will take full ownership of retail fit-out projects, managing all aspects of delivery to ensure programmes, budgets, and quality standards are met.
Key responsibilities include:

• Managing retail fit-out projects from pre-construction through to completion
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients during delivery
• Leading design coordination, subcontractor procurement, and programme planning
• Maintaining full control of site safety, quality, programme, and cost
• Managing variations, risk, and overall commercial performance
• Coordinating site teams and subcontractors to achieve snag-free delivery
• Overseeing handover, O&M manuals, as-built drawings, and defects management

Personal Attributes:

• Strong ownership mindset
• Calm and effective under pressure
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Commercially aware and quality-driven

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within retail fit-out / shopfitting
• Experience shop fitting in a shopping centre
• Strong technical and trade knowledge
• Experience delivering fast-track, multi-site retail projects
• Confident and professional client-facing communication skills
• Strong commercial awareness and programme control

REWARDS AND BENEFITS

• Competitive salary
• Consistent and secure project pipeline
• Exposure to premium retail brands
• All travel expenses covered