Retail Construction Project Manager in London

Storecraft Consulting is a fast-growing international retail construction consultancy delivering projects for some of the world's leading premium and luxury brands. We specialise in construction project and programme management, acting as our clients' trusted partner from pre-construction through to store opening. Our focus is always the same: delivering exceptional projects with precision, transparency and technical excellence.

As a Retail Construction Project Manager, you will manage the delivery of high-end retail fit-out projects across Europe. Working alongside Project Managers and Programme Managers, you will coordinate construction activities from pre-construction through handover while progressively taking ownership of your own projects. We are looking for a candidate with a solid construction background, ideally gained with a General Contractor or construction consultancy.

• Construction Delivery & Coordination
• Handle the delivery of retail construction projects from pre-construction to handover.
• Coordinate General Contractors, architects, consultants and specialist subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist Project Managers in resolving technical issues, reviewing construction methodologies and monitoring project risks.

• On-Site Management & Quality Control
• Oversee site execution and inspections to guarantee adherence to safety protocols and quality benchmarks.
• Support contractors' Quality Control standards and ensure smooth turnover of MEP systems through internal Quality Assurance and Commissioning.
• Conduct field verifications of existing conditions against Contract Documents, addressing discrepancies proactively.

• Cost Management & Value Engineering
• Monitor project costs, comparing actuals with the budget to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
• Suggest value-engineering alternatives to optimize budgets without compromising quality.
• Create, update, and enforce overall project schedules using tools like Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Monitor progress against project milestones and highlight potential delays.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all project phases, including contractor invoices, change orders, and progress reports.

• Procurement & Contract Management
• Lead project buy-outs, develop bid packages, issue RFPs, and draft contracts and Scopes of Work.
• Manage procurement processes, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services aligned with project timelines.
• Ensure projects meet regulatory requirements, local authority standards, and industry codes.
• Facilitate seamless communication between contractors, design/engineering teams, and QA/Commissioning teams.
• Provide regular updates on project progress, risks and key milestones.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Building Engineering or a related field—or equivalent professional experience.
• 5–10 years' experience delivering commercial construction or fit-out projects, ideally with a General Contractor, Design & Build contractor, architecture practice or construction consultancy.
• Experience in retail, hospitality or workplace fit-out is an advantage.
• Good understanding of construction methods, sequencing, MEP coordination and commercial fit-out.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and contract documents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Primavera P6 or similar scheduling tools is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence working with contractors, consultants and clients.
• Eagerness to learn, take ownership and progressively manage increasingly complex projects.
• Proactive, detail-oriented and willing to travel to project sites across Europe when required.

Opportunity to work on prestigious retail projects with leading global brands in a collaborative and dynamic environment with a focus on professional growth and exposure to cutting-edge retail designs and innovative construction techniques.