Joinery Project Manager
Joinery Project Manager
Hybrid working: (subject to business needs)
Salary: Up to £70,000 + package
Overview
A well established joinery business is looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager with a strong joinery/carpentry background.
This role will take full ownership of projects from award through to final installation and handover, ensuring delivery is on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards.
You’ll act as the central point of coordination between clients, design teams, workshop, subcontractors, and site teams.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery
* Oversee joinery projects from initial brief through manufacture and final installation
* Create and manage detailed project programmes and timelines
* Track progress against key milestones and budgets
* Identify risks, manage issues, and control variations throughout the project lifecycle
Client Management
* Act as the main client contact from start to finish
* Attend client and site meetings, providing regular updates
* Work closely with architects, designers, and main contractors
* Ensure client expectations are clearly understood and delivered
Commercial Management
* Take responsibility for project budgets, forecasting, and cost control
* Review and approve invoices, spend, and subcontractor payments
* Manage variations, valuations, and final accounts
* Support procurement of materials and specialist subcontractors
Production & Installation
* Coordinate with the Joinery workshop to ensure drawings and specifications are correctly interpreted
* Align manufacturing schedules with site programmes
* Oversee installation on site, ensuring quality and compliance
* Resolve any technical or production-related challenges
Quality & Health & Safety
* Ensure all works meet required specifications and quality standards
* Maintain compliance with health & safety regulations and internal procedures
* Support preparation and review of RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements)
Requirements
Proven experience delivering joinery or fit-out projects
Strong knowledge of bespoke residential and / or commercial joinery
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
Excellent organisation, communication, and leadership skills
Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability
Competent with Microsoft Office and project management tools
Desirable
Experience within high-end residential or commercial projects
CSCS (Manager level / Black card preferred)
NVQ Level 6 or 7 in Construction Management
SMSTS qualification
Package
Hybrid working (home working subject to business needs)
Travel card / travel support
Monthly mobile allowance
Private healthcare (post 12 months’ service)
Access to company pool car for site visits
Company pension