Projects Manager Small Projects

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, growing and successful retail business that was named as the Best Company to work for in 2013. We're the UK's number pet care retailer, with over 400 stores throughout the UK and plan to open at least 20 new stores this year.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual focused in the Construction sector who would relish the challenge of working in a team of nationally based Project Managers delivering a variety of refurbishment, roll-out and trial projects across a large and growing portfolio of stores. The role will be field based, with significant UK travel anticipated to support business needs. It is anticipated that this role will develop into a New Store and Refits Project Manager in coming years and so provides the ideal development opportunity for the right individual. Reporting to the Head of Projects, key responsibilities will include:-
Key Responsibilities;
* Manage and deliver high quality small projects ranging from single-room builds, HVAC installations, Grooming Salon and other small refurbishments to quality standards, to time and to approved budgets.
* Prepare work schedules, tenders, budgets and all necessary supporting project documentation for allocated projects.
* Build strong relationships and liaise with landlords, developers and internal departments to ensure smooth delivery of all projects.
* Maintain strong relationships with external consultants, suppliers and contractors, ensuring a strong team ethic is achieved.
* Deliver best value at all times and contribute to departmental continual improvement initiatives.
* Manage and continually improve site Health & Safety and statutory compliance.
* Provide technical advice, drive innovation and seek opportunities to ensure the business remains at the forefront of the industry.
* Understand current specification and find ways to adapt in order to drive cost down and quality up.
* Maintain and manage existing process documents in addition to creating method statements for new processes.
Skills required
* You will have good knowledge of the built environment and construction techniques, ideally having a degree qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.
* You will have a strong understanding of the importance of your customer and a determination to deliver Great Customer Service, understanding the pivotal role that Development Team play in this along with the commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
* A desire to partake in a development role, to continually improve with a drive to become a new store/refit Project Manager
* The ability to manage multi-site projects within challenging timescales.
* A passion for ensuring completeness and excellence in all aspects, from conception, to Handover, through to maintenance.
* A high level of competence in cost management, budget adherence and presentation.
* Great organisational skills, proven to work to strict deadlines across all aspects of the project.
* Possess a good knowledge of construction Health & Safety legislation and the ability to translate this into improved site standards.
* A good knowledge of Excel would be a great advantage
* A proven ability to manage and motivate others to deliver.
* Be a committed team player but be self-motivated and able to operate remotely.
* The ability to present project proposals concisely but thoroughly.
* A track record of innovation and change.
The Benefits
o £25,000 - £30,000 (dependent upon experience) plus bonus
o Company car
o 28 days holiday (including Bank holidays & Birthday leave) rising to 33 days after 2 years service
o Pension scheme and life assurance
o Pets at Home discount
o 'Treats' voluntary benefits