Project Manager

Meridian Interiors is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of commercial office fit-out and refurbishment projects across the UK. Projects range in value from £1,000 to over £1 million and vary in duration and complexity.

The role involves managing multiple projects from handover and planning through to completion and final client sign-off. The successful candidate will take responsibility for programme delivery, quality, health and safety, commercial performance and client satisfaction, working closely with our internal team, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.

This is a hands-on role requiring regular travel and site visits. Projects are generally within a 100-mile radius of Milton Keynes, although travel further afield may be required. Occasional weekend work may be necessary to meet project or client requirements.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Project handover and planning Take ownership for project delivery after handover from the Pre-Contracts Manager and Managing Director, ensuring a clear understanding of the scope, deliverables and responsibilities.

Develop and maintain project programmes, identifying key activities, dependencies, milestones, and resource requirements. Coordinate labour, equipment, and materials, working with the Project Coordinator to ensure resources are available when required.

Project implementation Attend site on the first day of each project to meet the client, oversee site establishment and ensure appropriate health, safety and environmental arrangements are in place. Ensure labour and materials are appropriately coordinated for project commencement.

Brief subcontractors on the scope of works, drawings, setting-out requirements, and project programmes. Deliver health, safety and environmental toolbox talks, complete site-specific inductions and brief subcontractors on relevant risk assessments and method statements.

Project management and control Plan and prioritise workload, coordinating regular visits to multiple project sites during the working week. Monitor project costs, maintain accurate expenditure records and identify cost overruns at early stages.

Identify, assess and manage contract variations, ensuring changes are documented and commercially managed to protect project profitability. Work with the Project Coordinator to procure materials, organise labour, maintain project plans and communicate changes to stakeholders.

Monitor subcontractor performance and workmanship through regular inspections, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications and quality standards. Review project financial risks, including supplier and contractor performance, and promptly raise concerns with the Managing Direc...

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