Joinery Project Manager

Aldem Talent

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