Retail Project Manager - Stratford

Job Title: Retail Project Manager Location: Stratford, East London Sector: Retail Construction / Commercial Fit-Out Contract: Contract Rate: £350 per day Project Type: Retail Fit-Out / Refurbishment / Design & Build The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Retail Project Manager to oversee the delivery of retail construction and fit-out projects at a major shopping centre in Stratford, East London. The successful candidate will have a strong construction background, with proven experience managing retail fit-outs, refurbishments and Design & Build projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover. This is a hands-on project delivery role requiring strong commercial awareness, programme management, design coordination and the ability to manage contractors and multiple stakeholders within a live retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

Manage retail construction, fit-out and refurbishment projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover. Coordinate design development, technical information, procurement and construction programmes. Manage contractors, subcontractors, consultants and suppliers to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget. Oversee project costs, variations, progress reporting, risk management and programme performance. Coordinate landlord requirements, tenant interfaces, site access and construction activities within a live shopping centre. Monitor quality, health and safety, compliance, snagging and defects through to practical completion. Liaise with clients, retailers, design teams, centre management and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with agreed specifications, commercial objectives and opening deadlines.Requirements

Proven experience as a Project Manager within retail construction, commercial fit-out or refurbishment. Strong experience delivering Design & Build projects. A solid understanding of construction programmes, procurement, subcontractor management and commercial project delivery. Experience coordinating design teams and managing construction from pre-construction through to handover. Previous experience delivering retail units, store fit-outs or projects within shopping centres and live commercial environments. Strong communication, organisation, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects against demanding deadlines