Joinery Project Manager

Project Manager (Joinery / Carpentry Background Essential)

Salary: Up to 65000
Working Pattern: Hybrid (office remote subject to business needs)
Location: Romford RM4

The Opportunity

A well-established joinery business is looking for an experienced Project Manager to oversee projects from contract award through to installation and final handover. This role is ideal for someone with a strong joinery or carpentry background who can confidently manage multiple stakeholders and deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Delivery

• Manage projects from initial briefing through manufacture installation and completion
• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes and schedules
• Monitor progress against timelines budgets and key milestones
• Identify and manage risks issues and variations

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients
• Attend client site and progress meetings
• Coordinate with architects designers contractors and consultants
• Ensure client expectations are clearly understood and delivered

Commercial & Financial Oversight

• Manage budgets cost control and forecasting
• Review and approve project expenditure and subcontractor payments
• Handle variations valuations and final accounts
• Support procurement of materials and specialist subcontractors

Production & Installation Coordination

• Liaise with workshop teams to ensure accurate interpretation of drawings
• Coordinate manufacturing schedules and delivery timelines
• Oversee installation on-site to ensure quality and compliance
• Resolve technical or production issues as needed

Quality Health & Safety

• Ensure all work meets required quality standards and specifications
• Maintain compliance with health & safety regulations and company policies
• Assist in preparing and reviewing RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements)

Documentation & Reporting

• Manage technical drawings schedules and specifications
• Maintain accurate project records and reporting
• Provide weekly project updates
• Ensure full and accurate handover documentation at project completion

Requirements

• Proven experience managing joinery or fit-out projects
• Strong understanding of bespoke or commercial joinery processes
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Excellent organisational communication and leadership skills
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools

Desirable

• Experience in high-end residential or commercial projects
• CSCS Card (Manager level)
• NVQ Level 6 or 7 in Construction Management
• SMSTS qualification

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary (up to 65K)
• Hybrid working (subject to business needs)
• Travel support (e.g. Oyster card or equivalent)
• Monthly mobile allowance
• Private healthcare (after 12 months)
• Company pension (after 3 months)
• Access to pool car for business use