Project Manager – Fit-Out

• Location: Site-based across London and the Home Counties. Occasional travel to the London Office or Head Office (Bourne End, Buckinghamshire SL8 5AS)
• Employment Type: Full-time (PAYE or Contract)

About Middlesex

Middlesex Limited is a specialist subcontractor with over 20 years' experience delivering high-quality drylining systems and fit out projects across the UK. As part of the £70m Middlesex Group, we work with many of the UK's leading contractors on commercial, education, healthcare, residential, leisure, data centre and mixed-use developments.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of interior fit-out packages across projects in London and the Home Counties.

The role involves overseeing site operations, coordinating trades and managing programmes to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

We're looking for someone with proven fit-out experience, excellent leadership skills, strong commercial awareness and a collaborative approach to project delivery.

If you're an experienced Project Manager looking to join a growing specialist subcontractor with an excellent reputation for quality, technical expertise and project delivery, this role would suit you.

You'll Be Responsible For

• The successful delivery of fit-out projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.
• Leading and managing site teams, supervisors and subcontractors, coordinating trades and maintaining clear communication and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Developing and managing project programmes, progress reporting, logistics, procurement and material schedules, proactively identifying and mitigating risks to maintain programme.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and project stakeholders, acting as Middlesex's primary point of contact and chairing project meetings where required.
• Working closely with the commercial team to manage project costs, variations, applications for payment, cost forecasting and contractual compliance.
• Overseeing the coordination of construction information, RFIs, project documentation, RAMS, O&M manuals and handover documentation to support efficient project delivery.
• Driving high standards of health, safety and quality, overseeing inspections, audits, snagging and compliance with company procedures, legislation and client requirements.
• Supporting continuous improvement across the business by sharing lessons learned and collaborating with the estimating, design, commercial and quality teams.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering interior fit-out projects (which include drylining, ceilings, and partitions), ideally within a specialist subcontractor or fit-out contractor.
• Strong understanding of fit-out construction sequencing, trade coordination, project planning and site operations.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with experience managing site teams and subcontractors.
• Commercial awareness with experience managing project budgets, variations and programme delivery.
• A strong eye for detail and commitment to delivering high-quality finishes.
• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation and quality management processes.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, consultants and internal teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused.
• Competent in Microsoft Office and project management software.

Qualifications

• Relevant construction qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent industry experience).
• SMSTS.
• CSCS Black Card (or appropriate management card).
• First Aid at Work (desirable).
• Full UK Driving Licence.

What Middlesex Offers You

• Competitive salary or contract rate, depending on employment arrangement.
• Company car or car allowance (where applicable to PAYE employment).
• Ongoing training, CPD and professional development.
• Opportunities to work on high-profile fit-out projects across London and the Home Counties.
• A collaborative culture where quality, teamwork and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing specialist contractor (PAYE employees).

Our Values

We are Driven by Design. Defined by Quality.

This means:

• Quality First: We take pride in delivering work to the highest standards. Attention to detail, technical excellence and getting it right first time are at the heart of every project we undertake.
• Design-Led Delivery: We believe the best outcomes are achieved through early collaboration. By combining in-house design, planning and operational expertise, we solve problems before they reach site, reduce risk and help our clients deliver projects more efficiently.
• Safety Always: Nothing is more important than the wellbeing of our people. Health and safety isn't simply about compliance — it's embedded in our planning, decision-making and day-to-day operations to ensure everyone goes home safely.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We believe that diverse perspectives make us stronger, and we recruit based on talent, potential and a shared commitment to our values.