Project Manager Fit Out

Preston

Location
Preston
Job type
Permanent
Posted

Job description

Co-ordination and monitoring of the activities on site installation ensuring full utilisation of labour resources.

* Ensuring a high standard of work on all tasks within on-site project delivery and timely completion of work escalating any problems back to senior management or relevant department (Design or Production).

* Coordinating with other departments including Design Team, Production Manager & Sprayshop ensuring goods are on track for programme delivery.

* Proactively raising awareness of any issues encountered during manufacture/Project delivery from a site perspective and seeking appropriate resolutions quickly.

* Management of on site materials: placing orders with procurement team/direct with suppliers to ensure that materials are available when required and stock levels are maintained.

* Completing Risk Assessments & Method Statements for Project Specifics and issuing to clients.

* Preparing Site Project Files with all relevant information and handing over to the JSJ Site Working Foreman.

* Training and supervision of new employees/subcontractors.

* Providing regular feedback/input to other departments to drive improvements to internal processes.

* Attending internal management/production/design meetings for assigned Projects.

* Undertake Site Surveys to measure up areas that contain Bespoke Joinery to be Manufactured.

* Requirements

* To succeed in the Project Manager role the following skills and experience are required:

* Proven experience/qualifications & knowledge of joinery background within Shopfitting industry.

* A minimum 5-years joinery experience with a City& Guilds, GNVQ or equivalent qualification.

* A track record of project delivery success.

* Detail orientated with a methodical approach to working.

* Ability to work with manufacture purpose made joinery CAD drawings.

* Confident in overseeing the work of others and able to adapt to help the team work efficiently.

* Experience of managing both employed and sub-contract site labour.

* Excellent problem-solving skills and confident decision making.

* Good communication skills with clients and staff, both spoken and written.

* Ability to motivate team to achieve objectives, leading by example.

* An understanding of H&S requirements.

* A knowledge of CDM regulations beneficial but not essential.

* Flexibility with hours to assist workflow and achieve deadlines.

* Competency using a range of software such as MS Office including Outlook, Word & Excel.

* Familiar with Retail, Commercial, Hotels and Residential Sectors.

Skills & Experience Required

  • Project management: 3 years (required)
  • SMSTS Certified is desirable.
  • First Aid Certified/experience (not essential although preferred)
  • A Valid CSCS Card.

Additional Information
Full time, permanent role – 41 hours per week

Advert last confirmed live on 24 October 2026 · Partner reference 225757282