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Project Manager Role - Fast-Track Retail Projects (High Street) Job Type: Full Time Sector: High Street Retail Location: Office-based local to Warrington, with nationwide UK site travel Start Date: March Project Values: £200K-£3M Interviews: 1-2 stage process Salary: £55,000 & Car Allowance (£5,000) About the Role My client are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver fast-track retail projects across the UK high street. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys balancing office-based planning with hands-on site involvement, and can confidently manage multiple projects at pace. You'll oversee the full project lifecycle-from pre-construction through to handover-ensuring programmes are met, budgets are controlled, and quality standards remain consistently high. With project values ranging from £200K to £3M, you'll play a key role in shaping the successful delivery of high-profile retail refurbishments, fit-outs, and rollouts. Key Responsibilities Manage multiple fast-track retail projects simultaneously across the UK. Lead project planning, programming, procurement, and delivery activities. Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and compliance. Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams. Oversee budgets, cost control, and financial reporting. Ensure all works meet health & safety standards and company procedures. Drive projects to completion within agreed timescales and specifications. Provide clear communication and updates to stakeholders at all stages. Skills & Experience Required Minimum 4 years' experience working at Project Manager level. Strong background in retail fit-out or refurbishment projects. Trade background preferred (carpentry, joinery) Proven ability to manage fast-paced, multi-site programmes within retail Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project financials. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide.

Head of Estimating (Cladding Remediation & Retrofit) Location: Warrington (Northwest-based candidates preferred) Working Pattern: Hybrid - 4 days office-based initially Salary: Circa £85,000 + Package About the Company Our client is a well-established Northwest contractor specialising in cladding remediation and retrofit solutions , delivering projects across both private and local authority sectors. With a strong pipeline of high-rise remediation schemes, they focus heavily on: High-rise cladding remediation Fire barrier installation and upgrades External Wall Insulation (EWI) Retrofit and building safety works Due to sustained growth and an expanding order book, they are seeking either an experienced Head of Estimating or a Senior Estimator ready to step into a leadership role to lead their Warrington-based estimating function. The Role This is a key leadership position responsible for managing the estimating department (currently 3 estimators) and overseeing all pricing activity, with a particular emphasis on cladding remediation . The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in securing new work, managing 2-stage tenders, and ensuring commercially sound and competitive submissions. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Management Lead and manage a team of 3 estimators in the Warrington office Oversee workload allocation, mentoring, and development Implement structured estimating processes and best practice Estimating & Tendering Prepare and oversee detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQs) Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and fire remediation reports Produce clear, professional, and easy-to-understand pricing submissions Lead 2-stage tender processes from pre-construction through to final submission Develop accurate cost plans for remediation and retrofit schemes Sector Focus High-rise cladding remediation (ESSENTIAL) Fire stopping and fire barrier works External Wall Insulation (EWI) Retrofit and building safety upgrades Commercial & Supply Chain Maintain and develop strong subcontractor and supplier relationships Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of cladding remediation supply chains Negotiate pricing and ensure best value procurement Identify and manage commercial risk within tenders Client Engagement Work with both private developers and local councils Attend pre-tender meetings and site visits where required Present pricing strategies clearly and confidently Candidate Requirements Essential Proven experience in cladding remediation (non-negotiable) Strong background in retrofit and high-rise external envelope works Experience compiling BOQs and building rates from first principles Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications Experience managing or mentoring junior estimators (or ready to step into leadership) Strong understanding of 2-stage tendering processes Established supply chain knowledge within cladding/fire remediation Desirable Experience working on local authority frameworks Exposure to building safety remediation schemes Commercial awareness within live project environments Personal Attributes Strong leadership capability Detail-oriented with high commercial acumen Clear communicator, able to present pricing logically and transparently Organised and process-driven Able to operate both strategically and hands-on What's on Offer Salary circa £85,000 + competitive package Clear pathway to Head of Estimating (if joining at Senior level) Hybrid working (4 days in Warrington initially) Secure and growing pipeline of remediation projects Opportunity to lead and shape a growing estimating department If you'd like, I can also create: A shorter recruiter-friendly advert version A confidential candidate briefing document A LinkedIn-ready advert A retained search-style candidate pack Or a softer "step-up opportunity" version targeting Senior Estimators specifically