Senior Project Manager and Project Manager (Luxury Retail Fit-Out)

Senior Project Manager and Project Manager (Luxury Retail Fit-Out)London · Hybrid · Full-timeSalary: Based on experience About usAD Baker is a design-led luxury retail fit-out contractor and millwork manufacturer, based in Hampton, Greater London. For fifty years we have built complex, high-quality retail interiors across the UK and Europe. We combine technical development, in-house manufacture and on-site delivery under one roof.Our brand partners include Jacquemus, Dior, Hermès, The Row, Schiaparelli, Balenciaga, Diptyque, Burberry and Supreme. Our 40 strong team covers senior leadership, site delivery, projects, procurement and a 25,000 sq ft production facility. We typically run up to seven live sites at once. Role overview

Location: Office in Hampton, Greater London (TW12), with site based work across London, the UK and EuropeWork arrangement: Hybrid, full-time.We’re recruiting a Senior Project Manager and a Project Manager who want real ownership of their projects.

You’ll run your own diary, lead client and design-team relationships, and take projects from tender to handover your way: on time, on budget and to an exceptional standard.You’ll be trusted to get on with it. You’ll be supported by senior leadership team, manage and be supported by an experienced site team and co-ordinate with our own factory ensuring full control on deliverables. This is a place to build a long-term career, not just your next project.We have been delivering detail 50 years since 1976. We are a team passionate about delivering our clients vision seamlessly. No two days are the same and if you are a motivated, enjoy pace and get a buzz from problem solving through to solution then we’d love to hear from you. Our portfolio includes:Flagship storesMulti-site rolloutsComplex strip-out and refurbishmentsBespoke millwork and joinery packages RESPONSIBILITIES Project managementLead luxury retail fit-out projects from tender through pre-construction, delivery, handover and final accountBuild and manage construction programmes, keeping clients, site teams, subcontractors and our factory alignedOwn project cost control: procurement, purchase orders, variations, forecasting and cost/value reportingWork closely with our Production Director and Site Managers to coordinate manufacture, deliveries and installationManage H&S and CDM compliance with our H&S consultant, from pre-start paperwork to completion and O&M manualsSpot risks early and solve problems with a calm, practical approach Client and stakeholder managementAct as the main point of contact for brand clients, architects, designers and consultantsProtect the design intent while managing the commercial and technical realities of each projectRepresent AD Baker and the senior leadership team at client and design-team meetingsBuild long-term relationships that lead to repeat work, rollouts and aftercare REQUIREMENTS SkillsProven project management experience + 5 years in high-end retail, architectural or commercial interior fit-outTechnical knowledge required; site or tools background highly desirableShopfitting or main-contractor experience; millwork or joinery knowledge is a strong advantageStrong commercial and contract knowledge, including contract conditions, cost control and variationsGood working knowledge of CDM regulations and H&S complianceConfident and charismatic communicator who can manage several stakeholders and projects at onceSelf-starter who is organised and calm under pressure, with a real eye for detail. Someone who understands the strength of good comms; always following up with internal & external stakeholders to keep things movingAn interest in design, materials, luxury brands and how things are made Education and experienceHNC, HND or degree in construction, project management or a related field (or equivalent experience)Senior PM: [5+] years PM experience, leading flagship-scale projects and key client accountsPM: [3+] years PM experience in fit-out or shopfittingCSCS card and asbestos awareness an advantage SoftwareMicrosoft 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)SharePoint and Adobe AcrobatProgramming software (MS Project or similar)Ability to read and interpret CAD technical drawings This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits. Freelance arrangements are also considered. Candidates must be UK based. ContactPlease send your CV and cover letter to working@adbakerltd.org.uk