Installation Project Manager

Who we are:

Founded in 1977, Planteria has evolved from a small startup into the UK largest interior landscaping company it is today, with an impressive annual turnover of £20 million. With a focus on strategic partnerships, continuous innovation and client satisfaction, the company has accelerated its growth in the past 3 years and achieved a 33% year-on-year growth over this period, and now employs over 180 staff

Today, as well as providing stunning planting solutions, we also run a premium corporate floristry service and create impressive project work, from roof gardens to living walls.

Sustainability, biodiversity, and related green issues are complex interconnected subjects. Everything we do and how we live impacts the planet, our health, and our wellbeing . It’s very clear that we need to make better choices and decisions to improve our situation in all these areas. Does this resonate with you?

The opportunity:

Due to a period of sustained business growth, We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Install Project Manager. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end management of projects, from initial concept to final delivery, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards. A core component of this role is the negotiation, administration, and oversight of all project-related contracts, ensuring compliance, managing risk, and fostering strong relationships with third-party vendors and clients.

The role involves managing and delivering installation projects typically ranging from 2-12 weeks in total timeframe but only 1 to 4 days of physical installation duration. These are fast-paced, short-term fit-outs that require meticulous planning, efficient execution, and the ability to adapt quickly on-site. Candidates with proven experience in handling rapid turnaround projects, where attention to detail, time management, and proactive problem-solving are critical to success. Familiarity with compressed schedules and the ability to maintain high standards under tight deadlines is essential.

Location & Hours:

The role is permanent and based out of our beautiful HQ in Henham (CM22 6AA), enjoying a rural location, where lunch is provided onsite daily and ample parking. Working hours are 40 hours per week Monday to Friday and we offer agile working whereby you can work 1 day from home. There will be regular travel involved to various client sites as required, so a driving license will be essential.

Key deliverables:

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and resource allocation. Lead the execution of project plans, managing day-to-day activities and ensuring tasks are completed efficiently.
• Involvement at the assessment, scoping and pre-contract stage, working closely with Commercial Managers to support the development of costings and commercial strategies.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all project stakeholders, including internal teams, clients, and vendors. Facilitate communication and collaboration to ensure alignment and manage expectations.
• Manage project-specific budgets, track all expenditures, allocate and manage resources to optimise project performance ensuring installations are completed cost-effectively.
• Identifying and capturing project variances and additional charges throughout the lifecycle of each project, ensuring accurate financial tracking and recovery communicating/negotiating any uplift in charges to the customer.
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies. Proactively address and resolve issues that arise during the project lifecycle.

• Conduct regular site audits and inspections to ensure all work is completed in compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and client specifications.
• Maintain and enforce rigorous health and safety protocols and quality control standards.
• Ensure effective and efficient internal handover and sign off processes maximising customer experience.

• Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management and stakeholders, highlighting progress, risks, and key decisions.

Requirements

What you will need to know:

We welcome applications from candidates from a variety of sectors including Interior Fit-Out & Refurbishment, Construction & Property Development, Corporate Interiors / Workplace Design, Landscaping / Horticulture / Biophilic Design

• A strong commitment to customer satisfaction and the ability to build and maintain positive client relationships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive and solutions-oriented approach to identifying and resolving issues to drive projects forward.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. The ability to inspire teams, manage difficult conversations, and communicate complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Highly skilled in negotiation and influencing to achieve desired outcomes for the organisation.
• Health & Safety (H&S) practices, ensuring they are appropriate and relevant to the specific working environment
• Meticulous attention to detail, particularly in contract review and documentation.
• The ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment adapting to new challenges and changing project scopes.

• A high degree of professionalism and integrity in all business dealings
• Demonstrate our core values along with the drive to support our business goals and outstanding customer satisfaction
• IOSH trained or similar Health & Safety knowledge
• Experience with commissioning and final system handovers.
• Experience working in a one-off project fulfilment role
• Install/ Project management experience, multiple projects nationwide
• Negotiating key targets/dates with relevant stake holders/cooperate clients

Humble & Confident, Positive & Energetic, One TEAM\’, Relentless to Improve, Create WOW If you want to be part of a flourishing business and enjoy being part of an agile, collaborative team then we want to hear from you!

Job role is based at our Head office in Henham so successful applicant will need their own transport.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Quarterly company bonus and annual performance related bonus
• BUPA Cash plan
• Pension
• 25 days holiday – opportunity to buy and sell up to 2 days
• Lunch onsite
• Parking
• Personal development

All employees must follow the organisation’s Health & Safety policies, take care of their own safety and that of others, use equipment and PPE correctly, report hazards or incidents, participate in training, and cooperate with emergency procedures, risk assessments, and investigations to maintain a safe, tidy, and compliant workplace.