Job Description
Join Our Client as a Junior Project Manager – Based from Swindon, Supporting a Premium, Design-Focused Retailer
Location: Swindon Office with UK project travel
Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits package
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Are you a hands-on Junior Project Manager with retail fit-out experience who enjoys being on site and taking ownership of the finishing stages of high-quality projects? Our client is a premium, design-focused retailer known for exceptional quality, craftsmanship and thoughtful attention to detail.
Working within their in-house Store Development team, you’ll support the delivery of retail store developments, refurbishments and occasional residential projects, with a particular focus on finishing, fit-out and handover stages. This is a site-facing role, working closely with the Head of Build & Maintenance and Site Supervisor to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
Why Should You Join Our Client?
* Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package
* Generous holiday allowance, increasing with long service
* Life assurance and company sick pay
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
* Perkbox wellbeing hub and retail discounts
* Discounted gym membership and cycle to work scheme
* Your birthday off, plus additional paid leave for key life events
* Two paid volunteer days each year
* Generous staff discounts on premium products
* Ongoing training workshops and development opportunities
* A supportive, values-driven culture focused on doing the right thing, together
Your Role
As Junior Project Manager, you will:
* Plan and oversee a wide variety of retail finishing, fit-out and build projects on a day-to-day basis
* Take ownership of the finishing stage of store and apartment builds, including kitchens, cabinetry, wall and floor finishes
* Support site set-up, health & safety, material calculations, supply planning, product sourcing and on-site problem solving
* Work closely with the Head of Build & Maintenance and Site Supervisor to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
* Liaise with third-party contractors including electricians, plumbers, fire, CCTV, intruder, building control and CDM partners
* Create and manage on-site project documentation including RAMS, site files, H&S documentation and PUWER logs
* Manage snagging and additional works following project handover
* Support store maintenance, refurbishments and seasonal changeovers
* Coordinate delivery and installation of fitted and free-standing furniture
* Collate Operations & Maintenance manuals for new stores and apartments
* Liaise with internal teams including Retail, Visual Merchandising, HR and IT
* Be prepared to travel to site daily or stay away for extended periods when required
Who Are We Looking For?
* Retail project experience essential – within retail fit-out, store development or refurbishment
* Experience in a Junior Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager or site-based construction role
* Strong understanding of finishing, fit-out and handover stages
* Awareness of health & safety requirements on live retail construction sites
* SMSTS and First Aid desirable, or willingness to work towards them
* Confident communicator, able to work effectively with site teams, contractors and internal stakeholders
* Strong appreciation of working within a premium brand environment
* Highly organised, adaptable and comfortable in a fast-moving business
* Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
* Warm, professional and collaborative approach
* Full UK driving licence essential, with willingness to travel and stay away when required
Ready to Take the Next Step?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a premium, design-focused retailer, based from Swindon, where you’ll play a hands-on role in delivering beautifully finished retail spaces and continue developing your career in project management.
To apply or for a confidential discussion, click apply now or contact Francine at 4Front Recruitment on 07799 334438.