Project Manager – Commercial Kitchen Equipment and Bars
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday till Friday
Location: Off-Site
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum (our client would also consider a trainee for this role, £28,000 – £35,000 per annum)
Benefit: Company Car
Overall Role
Lead and manage projects from initial concept through to final completion, ensuring all work is delivered on time, within budget, and to the required standards.
Main Responsibilities:
* Attend all relevant site meetings, including pre-contract, weekly progress meetings, practical completion, handover, and 6-month defect reviews.
* Oversee the installation of kitchen equipment and fabrication, including being present on-site on the first and last days, with regular site visits throughout the installation phase.
* Liaise with Installation Engineers to identify and resolve snagging issues before project completion.
* Work closely with site contractors to ensure all service installations (water, waste, electrical, gas) follow approved service drawings.
* Coordinate with the administration team to ensure all contractors are on-site in line with the main contractor’s program of works.
* Participate in weekly project meetings with the sales and administration teams to review active and upcoming projects.
* Review all drawings to ensure accuracy of services, specifications, and load requirements.
* Conduct site measurements and report any necessary kitchen layout modifications to the client’s management team and the sales department.
* Measure, draft, and approve all fabrication required for each project.
* Visit sites to assess access requirements for installations.
* Manage multiple projects simultaneously, typically between 3 and 10 at any one time, along with several smaller daily tasks.
* Work with the administration team to review invoices and ensure any additional requested work is submitted to the client for approval.
Desired Skills and Qualities:
* Excellent communication abilities.
* Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
* Proficient in project planning, risk management, and time management.
* High attention to detail with the ability to identify errors and challenge discrepancies.