Project Manager

Job Opportunity: Project Manager with Pre–Construction Focus – Growing Fit–Out Contractor – London

Are you an ambitious and highly capable Project Manager with a knack for numbers and a desire to shape projects from inception to completion? Do you excel at managing diverse projects and enjoy a hands–on approach to costing? If so, this could be your next exciting career move!

Randstad is partnering with a dynamic and rapidly growing fit–out contractor in London, known for its innovative approach and collaborative environment. They are seeking a talented Project Manager to join their team, taking on a dual role that combines project delivery with crucial pre–construction responsibilities.

About the Role

This unique position offers the opportunity to blend your project management expertise with your commercial acumen. You'll be instrumental in both winning and delivering projects, gaining invaluable experience across the full project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Costing Projects: Work closely with the pre–construction team to accurately cost new fit–out projects, typically ranging from 50,000 to 600,000 . This will involve detailed analysis of specifications, obtaining competitive quotes, and preparing comprehensive budget proposals.

• Project Delivery: Take ownership of managing smaller to medium–sized fit–out projects from concept to completion. This includes planning, scheduling, budget control, quality assurance, and client communication.

• Client Engagement: Assist in client presentations and discussions during the pre–construction phase, articulating project scope and costings clearly.

• Subcontractor Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, ensuring timely and cost–effective delivery of works.

• Programme Management: Develop and manage realistic project programmes, ensuring deadlines are met and potential issues are identified early.

• Site Management Support: Collaborate closely with site teams to ensure smooth on–site execution and resolve any challenges efficiently.

About You

You're a proactive and commercially aware individual with a solid foundation in project management within the fit–out sector. While you may not have extensive years of experience, your enthusiasm, quick learning ability, and proven capability in managing projects and understanding costs set you apart.

• Proven experience as a Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager within the fit–out construction sector .

• Demonstrable experience or a strong aptitude for costing projects (estimating, tender support, budget preparation).

• Ability to successfully manage multiple smaller projects or a single medium–sized project concurrently.

• Strong commercial awareness and excellent negotiation skills.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, confident in liaising with clients and stakeholders.

• Highly organised, detail–oriented, and proficient in project management software.

• A proactive attitude with a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

What's On Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from 60,000 – 70,000 per annum .

• The chance to develop a unique skillset spanning both project management and pre–construction.

• Exposure to a diverse range of fit–out projects within a supportive and growing company.

• Clear pathways for career progression within a dynamic London–based firm.

• A collaborative and innovative working environment.

Next Steps

If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that blends project delivery with crucial pre–construction responsibilities, we encourage you to apply today!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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