Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager – Retail Fit Out & Build

Location: Midlands / South West / South East (Midlands or South-based preferred)

Salary: £65,000 – £80,000 + package (depending on experience)

Our client is a well-established and respected main contractor, successfully trading for over 20 years. With a turnover exceeding £50m and a reputation for financial stability, they have built strong, long-term relationships with a loyal client base. Their continued investment in the business reflects a commitment to growth, quality, and delivery across all projects.

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a proven background in retail fit out and build projects. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for projects typically valued between £2m–£5m, managing delivery from pre-construction through to handover.

You will work closely with leading food retail clients, amongst others, ensuring projects are delivered on time, to budget, and to the highest quality standards. This is a key role offering long-term career prospects within a contractor that values structured career progression and professional development.

• Lead and manage multiple retail fit out / build projects across the Midlands, South West, and South East.

• Oversee the full project lifecycle, including planning, programming, procurement, delivery, and handover.

• Manage project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure high standards of performance.

• Ensure strict compliance with health & safety, quality, and environmental standards.

• Maintain strong client relationships and act as the main point of contact throughout the project.

• Monitor project costs, budgets, and progress, reporting regularly to senior management.

• Proactively identify and manage risks to ensure successful project outcomes.

• Proven track record delivering retail fit out and/or build projects in the £2m–£5m range.

• Previous experience working for a retail-focused contractor is essential.

• Strong career history demonstrating progression and stability within previous roles.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.

• Commercially astute with good contract knowledge.

• Based in the Midlands or South of England, with flexibility to travel across sites in the region.

• Competitive salary £65k–£80k + package, depending on experience.

• Opportunity to work with a cash-rich, stable contractor with an excellent reputation.

• Long-term career prospects within a supportive and professional environment.

• Involvement in high-profile retail projects with well-known clients.