Project Manager

On behalf of a leading local retail design agency, we are looking for a talented Project Manager with a passion for delivering innovative and creative display solutions.

Working alongside the design team and reporting to the Account Director, the successful candidate will use their POS/POP industry expertise and excellent project management skills to organise and deliver a fantastic final installation. You will be responsible for delivering assigned projects on scheme, within budget and to the highest standards.

Compensation & Benefits

• £30,000 - £38,000 depending on experience
• 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm
• Based on-site

Duties and responsibilities

• Managing and running the fast turnaround of projects for luxury and high-profile brands, keeping to a specified timescale, quality and budget
• Taking responsibility for retail projects from design through to installation
• Recording and managing projects and variations of the project as they change
• Producing project timelines and schedules Skills and experience required
  • Extensive experience in a similar Project Management role within a retail design and installation business
  • Thorough, in-depth knowledge of the retail design sector, with an up-to-date awareness of trends and industry developments
  • Sound understanding of design and manufacturing processes (especially MDF / wood)
  • Experience of using AutoCAD would be an advantage, although not essential
  • Skilled at carrying a project through its critical path, reliably meeting deadlines
  • IT proficient, with a good knowledge of MS Office
  • Self-motivated, with a "can-do" approach to any challenge, and a commitment to finding solutions
  • A positive, proactive communicator, adept at negotiation
  • Demonstrates attention to detail and accuracy
  • Good organisation and time-management skills
  • A full, clean driving licence is necessary for the requirements of this role