Project Manager - Commercial Kitchen Equipment & Bars
Job Type: Full‑time
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Location: Off‑site
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum (trainee £28,000 – £35,000)
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, practical completion, handover, and 6‑month defect reviews.
* Oversee the installation of kitchen equipment and fabrication, being present onsite on the first and last days and conducting regular site visits during 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 onsite 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.
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