Project Manager – Chelmsford Full Time NEW

Colchester, Essex
Harvey Jacob Ltd
(Freelance) Project Manager – Roll outs
Our client have been appointed as the Principle Contractor to deliver a a construction roll out over a 15 month duration across the UK.

The work will be split into geographical area’s with a Project Manager running one area with Site Managers managing the day to day delivery.

The roll out is for a well known retailer.

This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in high-pressure environments, can manage multiple live sites simultaneously, and understands the demands of delivering quality projects against aggressive programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of retail construction and fit-out projects
• Coordinate contractors, suppliers, consultants, and client teams
• Drive programme, budget, quality, and health & safety performance
• Oversee fast-track site activities and ensure projects are delivered on time
• Manage retail rollouts across multiple sites and regions
• Conduct site visits, progress meetings, and reporting
• Supporting Site Managers
• Resolve on-site issues quickly and proactively
• Liaising with the Quantity Surveyor, office based Project Coordinator and Health & Safety Administrator.
• Ensure all works are completed to brand and client standards
• Reporting into an Operations Manager

Requirements

• Proven experience managing fast-track construction or retail rollout projects, either as a Site Manager able to step up or a Project Manager
• Strong knowledge of live trading environments
• Excellent programme management and coordination skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• SMSTS, CSCS (Black OR White), and First Aid preferred
• Full UK driving licence required

What We’re Looking For

• Someone organised, proactive, and delivery-focused and good client facing skills
• Comfortable working at pace and making decisions quickly
• A team player with a strong client-facing approach
• Experience in retail, hospitality, leisure, or commercial fit-out sectors advantageous

Geographical area of projects

• Essex
• Areas of London
• Suffolk
• Hertfordshire
• Part of Cambridgeshire
• Norfolk