Partner - Project Management Occupier

A leading property and construction consultancy is working with Cobalt to appoint a senior Project Management Partner to lead and grow its occupier and tenant fit‑out offering within the commercial office sector.

This is a senior leadership role combining strategic direction, client engagement, commercial accountability, and oversight of complex office fit‑out and refurbishment projects across London and the UK.

Reporting into senior leadership, you will take responsibility for shaping and expanding the occupier project management service line while maintaining oversight of major client instructions.

• Leading and delivering the business plan for the commercial office occupier and tenant fit‑out offering.
• Driving business development, market positioning, and pipeline growth across key client sectors.
• Acting as executive sponsor on major accounts and high‑value projects.
• Providing senior oversight on multiple office fit‑out and refurbishment projects.
• Managing and developing a high-performing project management team.
• Holding P&L responsibility, including fee setting, utilisation, and profitability.
• Ensuring robust governance, risk management, quality assurance, and compliance.

• Extensive experience in project management consultancy within commercial office occupier and tenant fit‑out projects.
• Proven leadership experience at Director or Partner level.
• Strong commercial acumen, including demonstrable P&L responsibility.
• A track record of winning and delivering complex office fit‑out projects.
• In‑depth knowledge of project delivery, procurement, design management, and cost control.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Professional qualification such as MRICS, MAPM, MCIOB, or equivalent is preferred.

• A senior leadership position with genuine influence over strategy and growth.
• Exposure to high‑profile occupier clients and complex commercial projects.
• Flexible working arrangements in line with department norms.
• A collaborative environment focused on quality, integrity, and long‑term success.

Apply now as interviews are underway and interest is high.

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