Job Description
Junior Project Manager
Location: UK (National Travel Required) Ideally based: Bristol / Birmingham / Gloucester Sector: Retail / QSR / Shopfitting / Gyms Reports to: Senior Project Manager
We're looking for an ambitious Junior Project Manager to support the delivery of UK roll-out projects across retail, QSR and gym fit-outs.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone with early project experience who wants to develop their career in a fast-paced, multi-site environment. You'll work closely with a Senior Project Manager, gaining exposure across the full project lifecycle.
The Role
You'll provide coordination and administrative support across all project stages, helping ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Pre-Acquisition & Feasibility Support
Assist in obtaining tenancy plans and building information
Help coordinate site surveys and engineer inspections
Track RFIs with landlords and agents
Support the review of draft leases and landlord approvals
Assist with concept layout and signage approvals
Support planning submissions (change of use, adverts, external alterations)
Help coordinate CDM Principal Designer and Building Control appointments
Assist in preparing initial cost estimates and programme timelines
Design & Procurement Support
Coordinate drawing revisions and document control
Issue tender packs to the supply chain
Arrange supplier site visits
Track utilities applications and incoming services
Support procurement of equipment and FF&E
Monitor stakeholder approvals and maintain approval trackers
Cost & Programme Administration
Collate tender returns for review
Maintain cost trackers and variation logs
Support contractor negotiations with data and reporting
Assist in preparing cost summaries and programme updates
Support contractor and supplier appointment processes
Construction Phase Support
Attend site meetings and take minutes/actions
Track programme milestones during strip-out and fit-out
Monitor and log variations
Support compliance documentation (Construction Phase Plan, H&S files)
Assist with handover coordination to Operations and FM
Support equipment installation scheduling
Project Close-Out
Assist with snagging lists and defect tracking
Support final account reconciliation
Compile project documentation and handover packs
Ensure records are updated and archived correctly
What We're Looking For
1-3 years' experience within QSR, retail or shopfitting projects
Exposure to fit-out environments (contractor, client-side or consultancy)
Basic understanding of the project lifecycle
Organised and detail-focused
Strong administrative and coordination skills
Confident communicator with contractors and stakeholders
Good Excel and document management skills
Willingness to travel nationally
Desirable:
Awareness of UK Planning and Building Regulations
Basic understanding of CDM
Degree or equivalent Construction, Property or Project Management
Why Join?
* Clear progression to Project Manager
* Exposure to multi-site roll-outs
* Hands-on experience across acquisition to handover
* Support and mentoring from experienced senior team
* Fast-paced retail environment with real responsibility early on