Retail Project Manager

About the role

The Retail Project Manager will lead the planning and execution of custom joinery and interior fit‑out projects for retail environments. Reporting to senior leadership, you will oversee projects from award through handover, ensuring quality, timelines, and client satisfaction.

Key responsibilities

• Organise project kick‑off meetings with internal departments and fit‑out teams, aligning scope, schedule, and expectations.
• Conduct site assessments, surveys, and photography to capture loading zones and critical dimensions.
• Perform on‑site setting‑out and marking of joinery equipment when required.
• Address technical queries from clients or general contractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain the project schedule using MS Projects, generate daily/weekly progress reports with photos, and submit them for review.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritising tasks to meet deadlines without constant supervision.
• Coordinate daily with fit‑out teams, factory personnel, and client representatives, escalating discrepancies promptly.
• Observe installations and advise the setting‑out team on equipment adjustments for future projects.

Required profile

• Minimum 8 years experience in reputable joinery manufacturing or interior fit‑out companies.
• Natural leader with high responsibility, self‑driven and capable of independent project delivery.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Team player who can identify strengths and weaknesses and drive continuous improvement.

Required skills

• MS Projects