At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting leisure construction projects and ensure top-notch delivery standards.
- Company: Join Parkwood Leisure, a leader in the leisure industry with a vibrant culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on quality and safety.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on community leisure facilities while managing diverse projects.
- Qualifications: 5-7 years of project management experience in construction, preferably in leisure.
Parkwood Leisure is seeking a dedicated Project Manager to lead fast paced leisure construction, refurbishment, and fit out projects across a diverse portfolio, including leisure centres, sports complexes, theatres, and golf courses.
Position Overview
You will be responsible for end to end project delivery, ensuring our leisure facilities meet high brand standards. This role focuses on balancing complex live environment logistics, strict aesthetic requirements, and aggressive timelines without disrupting ongoing operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Planning & Delivery: Own the end to end execution of projects, maintaining detailed master schedules and formulating phasing plans to minimize operational disruption.
- Stakeholder & Client Management: Act as the primary liaison between clients, brand representatives, operations teams, and 3rd party consultants (architects, engineers).
- Financial & Commercial Control: Govern project P&L, monitor capital spend, oversee procurement (including long lead time equipment and FF&E), and manage commercial risks by ensuring proper contractual documentation.
- Quality, Safety & Compliance: Maintain rigorous zero defect quality control, ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act, CDM regulations, and health and safety standards.
Candidate Profile
Experience: 5 to 7 years as a construction Project Manager with a background in complex, live environment refurbishments (e.g., pool plant systems, wet side changing rooms).
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management preferred. Relevant certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, or chartered status like CIOB, RICS) and safety credentials (IOSH, NEBOSH, or SMSTS) are highly desirable.
Technical Expertise: Strong background in leisure-specific MEP installations, including pool plant and HVAC.
Core Competencies: Proven ability in fast track delivery, commercial negotiation, and navigating complex design site conflicts.
Capital Project Manager employer: Parkwood Leisure
Parkwood Leisure is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee development and fosters a collaborative work culture. With a focus on delivering high-quality leisure facilities, employees benefit from engaging projects that enhance their skills in project management while enjoying competitive salaries and a supportive environment that values work-life balance.
