Job Description:

Project Manager Role

Location: Leeds (Monday- Friday)

Permanent | £55,000-£60,000 + Car Allowance

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a high-profile £11 million commercial conversion project in Leeds, transforming an existing office building into a 110-bedroom hotel.

This is a fast-paced refurbishment and extension scheme involving significant structural alterations, including a rooftop extension, side extensions, extensive strip-out works, and full internal fit-out. The successful candidate will take ownership of the project on a day-to-day basis and drive successful delivery throughout the 14-month programme.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for managing all on-site operations and ensuring the project is delivered safely, on programme, and to the highest quality standards.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the day-to-day delivery of a £13m hotel refurbishment and extension project
• Leading site health and safety compliance and promoting a positive safety culture
• Managing and coordinating subcontractors and site teams
• Chairing contractor and progress meetings
• Monitoring and driving programme delivery
• Coordinating with the design team and resolving construction issues
• Managing site logistics and site setup activities
• Maintaining quality standards and attention to detail throughout the project
• Ensuring project documentation and site records are accurately maintained
• Working closely with the Contracts Manager on programme objectives and project milestones
• Managing and supporting a Site Manager assigned to the project

Please note that client management, design management, and overall programme oversight will be supported by the Contracts Manager.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience managing fast-track refurbishment projects
• Previous hotel, care home, or similar accommodation-sector experience
• Strong background in commercial refurbishment and fit-out
• Experience delivering projects involving structural alterations and extensions
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• A proactive approach and strong attention to detail
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment

Essential Qualifications

• SMSTS
• First Aid at Work
• CSCS Black Card 
• PASMA (desirable)
• Scaffold Awareness (desirable)
• Temporary Works Co-ordinator (TWC) (desirable)

Working Hours

• Site-based role
• Monday to Friday
• 7:30am - 5:00pm

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £55,000-£60,000
• Car allowance
• Long-term project security with a 14-month programme
• Working with an experienced senior leadership team on high-quality, challenging projects

Interview Process

• First-stage interview with the Contracts Manager
• Final-stage interview with Senior Management

Location

Applicants should be located within a commutable distance of Leeds.

Start Date: Early August