Project Manager

Are you an experienced Retail Construction Project Manager in the Midlands looking for your next challenge?

We’re recruiting an accomplished Project Manager to lead retail fit-out, refurbishment, and new build schemes for major retail clients across the Midlands. This is a fantastic opportunity for professionals with strong project delivery, pre-contract planning, and cost control skills to oversee high-profile retail programmes from conception to completion in and the East Midlands region.

Our client is a respected regional construction company delivering high-quality projects across sectors with a specialist focus on retail construction across the UK. Known for its commitment to safety, quality, and client satisfaction, the business manages multi-store roll out programmes, rebrands, refurbishments, and new build retail units for national brands.

With a supportive team culture and a strong focus on professional development, the company offers opportunities for career progression, training, and hands-on experience across a variety of retail construction disciplines.

As a Project Manager in the Midlands, you will be responsible for planning, procuring, and managing multiple retail construction projects from pre-contract through to final handover. You’ll lead multidisciplinary teams, manage subcontractors, and ensure that all works comply with contractual, safety, and brand standards.

If you’re looking for a challenging retail construction role with opportunities for career progression and professional growth, this is the perfect opportunity.

As a Retail Project Manager in Midlands, your responsibilities will include:

• Pre-Contract Planning – develop procurement schedules, design release programmes, enabling works plans, and coordinate tender settlement/pre-contract documentation specifically for retail clients.
• Compliance & Brand Standards – ensure all works meet employer requirements, planning and building regulations, and individual retailer specifications.
• Cost Control – assist QS with procurement of materials and subcontract packages, monitor project budgets and KPIs.
• Programme Delivery – produce and maintain project administration, construction programmes, and risk management documents to ensure on-time store openings.
• Quality & CIMS – drive compliance with CIMS processes, quality standards, and continual improvement across retail project teams.
• Health, Safety & Environment – produce H&S plans, RAMS, SWMP, fire plans, and site inductions; monitor and implement remedial actions across fast-track retail sites.
• Leadership & Communication – lead project teams, mentor junior staff, liaise with retail clients, consultants, and the supply chain, and chair progress meeting

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering retail construction, fit-out or refurbishment projects.
• Strong planning, programming, and project management skills, ideally in fast-track, multi-site environments.
• Knowledge of building regulations, structural principles, and construction techniques.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to manage retail stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and (ideally) Asta Powerproject.
• Valid UK driving licence and CSCS Manager or Professionally Qualified card.

Desirable:

• Degree or HNC/HND in Construction Management (or equivalent).
• Membership of or working towards CIOB.
• Knowledge of CIMS quality and document controls.
• Experience of national roll-out programmes or multi-store retail frameworks

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading regional contractor with a strong presence across East Anglia and wider UK retail sector.
As a Retail Project Manager, you’ll oversee fast-paced retail and fit-out projects, working closely with clients to deliver high-quality schemes on time and within budget.

Package includes:

Competitive salary – £65,000 - £70,000 (dependent on experience)

Car allowance

Pension contribution scheme

Private healthcare cover

Annual performance-related bonus

Generous annual leave

Professional development and support

Opportunity to work on major retail and commercial projects nationwide

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Clear progression pathway within a reputable regional contractor

Apply Now – Retail Project Manager Job Midlands

Ready to progress your retail construction management career in Midlands? Apply today to join a supportive, forward-thinking business delivering high-quality retail construction and fit-out projects across East Midlands region.