Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established UK construction and development group with a strong national presence and a proven track record of delivering complex projects across multiple sectors. The wider group generates an annual turnover in excess of £1bn, reflecting long-term financial stability, sustained growth and a robust order book.

Interiors & Fit-Out Division

We are currently recruiting for the group’s dedicated interiors, fit-out and refurbishment division, which operates as a specialist delivery arm within the wider business. The division focuses on delivering high-quality interior environments across commercial, residential, hospitality, and institutional sectors.

The interiors business typically delivers projects ranging in value from £1m to £50m and benefits from long-standing relationships across both public and private sector clients, ensuring a strong and consistent pipeline of work.

Core Areas of Expertise

Commercial interior fit-out (CAT A & CAT

B)

Retail projects, including bespoke and roll-out schemes

Hospitality and hotel fit-out

Education

Healthcare

Public sector projects and framework agreements

Operating Model

The interiors division operates flexibly and can deliver projects:

As part of full turnkey schemes alongside the group’s main contracting business, and

As a standalone interior specialist, working directly with end clients.
This operating model provides a balance of pipeline security, business stability, and specialist interior delivery focus, while allowing teams exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects.

Current Opportunity – Project Manager

The business is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a hospitality / hotel fit-out project located in the Croydon area.

Key Project Details:

Sector:
Hospitality / Hotel Fit-Out

Project Value: £10m

Start Date:

February 2026

Location:

Croydon

Working Pattern:

Site-based 2–3 days per week

London office for the remaining days

Salary:

Up to £87,000 + Package

Project Manager Responsibilities

Overall responsibility for the planning, coordination, and delivery of the project from pre-construction through to completion

Managing and leading 3 Construction Managers and the wider site management team

Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, and within budget

Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders

Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and internal commercial teams

Driving programme certainty, quality control, and design coordination

Maintaining strong governance around reporting, risk management, and commercial performance

Key Strengths of the Business

Financial Stability & Support

The interiors division is backed by a financially robust parent group with a strong balance sheet, providing confidence in resourcing, programme delivery, and long-term career security.

Collaborative, Delivery-Focused Culture

Projects are delivered through early engagement, proactive planning, and close collaboration with clients, consultants, and internal teams. There is a strong emphasis on protecting design intent while maintaining buildability and commercial control