Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Location: Canary Wharf

Capital Projects Manager (Client Side) – Contract

London (Hybrid)
6-Month Contract
£600–£650 per day (DOE)
Blue-chip corporate / banking environment

We are currently supporting a global, blue-chip organisation within the banking and corporate sector who are seeking an experienced Client-Side Capital Projects Manager to support the delivery of major commercial office fit-outs and refurbishments across their UK real estate portfolio.

This is not a construction site PM role. The position sits client-side and requires strong stakeholder leadership, design governance, and capital project delivery experience within regulated corporate environments.

The Role

You will act as the client representative, responsible for the end-to-end delivery of capital works projects, including new office fit-outs and major refurbishments. Projects will typically range from 20,000 sq ft+ and will involve complex stakeholder coordination in live, occupied environments.

Key Responsibilities

* Client-side delivery of commercial office fit-outs and refurbishments

* Managing projects from business case through design, delivery, and handover

* Leading projects through RIBA stages 0–7

* Acting as the key interface between the business and delivery teams

* Managing programme, budget, risk, governance, and reporting

* Coordinating consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders (IT, Security, Workplace, FM, etc.)

* Identifying and mitigating project risks in live corporate environments

Essential Experience

* Proven end-to-end capital projects delivery experience

* Demonstrable delivery of commercial office fit-outs (20,000 sq ft+)

* Strong knowledge of Cat A → Cat B fit-outs and Cat B enhancements

* Solid understanding of RIBA stages 0–7

* Experience working client-side or embedded within corporate real estate teams

* Strong senior stakeholder management and communication skills

* 10+ years’ experience delivering capital works projects

Desirable

* Experience with in banking, financial services, or professional services

* Procurement and supply-chain management exposure

* Experience working in live, occupied office environments

Additional Information

* Hybrid working (London presence required periodically)

* Initial 6-month contract with potential extension

* Interview process includes an assessment presentation

To apply:

Please submit your CV or contact us directly for a confidential discussion