Project Manager

  • Think Recruitment
  • Leicester, Leicestershire
  • 16/04/2026
Full time Construction Project Manager Architect and Design

Job Description

Overview

We are working with a well-established, fast-growing retail interiors and shopfitting specialist delivering high-quality design & build solutions for major brands across the UK and internationally. The business provides a full turnkey service including in-house design, manufacturing, and installation, with projects ranging from fast-track refits to full-scale retail fit-outs.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to oversee multiple retail fit-out projects from concept through to completion.



Key Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end delivery of retail fit-out and refurbishment projects
  • Plan, programme, and coordinate works to meet tight client deadlines
  • Liaise with clients, designers, and internal teams to ensure seamless delivery
  • Oversee site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners
  • Monitor project costs, budgets, and commercial performance
  • Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
  • Manage projects within live retail environments with minimal disruption
  • Identify and resolve on-site challenges quickly and effectively
  • Conduct regular site visits, progress meetings, and reporting
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety and company procedures
  • Maintain strong client relationships and drive repeat business


Key Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience as a Project Manager within retail fit-out, interiors, or shopfitting
  • Strong understanding of fast-track, high-end retail environments
  • Experience delivering projects from pre-construction through to handover
  • Excellent stakeholder and client-facing communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
  • Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and programmes, ideally able to cost your own jobs but not essential if not.
  • Knowledge of construction processes, materials, and supply chains