Project Manager (MRICS) - Project & Building Consultancy

Company Description

Colliers is a leading commercial real estate services company, providing a full range of services to real estate occupiers, developers, and investors on a local, national, and international basis. Our services include brokerage sales and leasing (landlord and tenant representation), real estate management, valuation, consulting, project management, project marketing, and research. We operate across the core sectors — office, industrial, retail and hotels — as well as a range of specialist property types.

The UK business is headquartered in London, with over 1,200 specialists across 16 offices throughout the UK and Ireland.

At Colliers, we unlock the potential of property to accelerate the success of our people and our clients. Our culture is built on enterprising thinking, service excellence, integrity, and collaboration, and we are proud to foster an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Job Description

Colliers is seeking an experienced qualified Project Manager to join its Project & Building Consultancy team in London. The role will focus on the successful delivery of commercial fit-out, refurbishment, and capital projects across a diverse client portfolio, including corporate occupiers, investors, and developers.

The successful candidate will take ownership of projects from inception through to completion, providing strategic advice, technical oversight, and commercial leadership while ensuring delivery aligns with client objectives, programme, and budget.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of commercial office fit-out and refurbishment projects, typically ranging from £500k to £10M+
• Manage all project phases including feasibility, design, procurement, construction, and handover
• Develop and maintain project programmes, risk registers, and cost plans
• Ensure delivery to the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary client interface, building strong, trusted relationships
• Provide clear and proactive reporting to senior stakeholders and occupiers
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams including designers, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders

Commercial & Contract Management

• Lead procurement processes (RFP/tendering) and appointment of consultants and contractors
• Administer contracts (primarily JCT, with exposure to other forms beneficial)
• Manage cost control, change management, and project governance
• Ensure commercial risks are identified and mitigated

Team Leadership & Business Development

• Support and mentor Assistant and Project Managers within the team
• Contribute to business development activities, pitches, and client engagement
• Identify opportunities to expand services across existing client accounts

Qualifications

Key Requirements

Experience

• Proven experience delivering commercial office fit-out and refurbishment projects within the UK market
• Track record managing projects in the range of £500k – £10M+
• Experience within a consultancy, client-side, or multi-disciplinary environment
• Strong understanding of workplace environments and occupier-led projects

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and governance frameworks
• Experience with JCT contracts (FIDIC or NEC beneficial)
• Proficient in budget management, programme delivery, and risk control
• Understanding of building services (M&E), design coordination, and construction processes

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Construction, Project Management, Real Estate, or related discipline
• MRICS

Key Competencies

• Strong client-facing and communication skills
• Commercially astute with a proactive, solution-led approach
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail with strong organisational capability
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence cross-functional teams

Additional Information

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on high-profile fit-out and refurbishment projects across London and the UK
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial team environment
• Clear career progression and professional development support
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Please note we are not engaging agencies on this role. Any unsolicited CVs will be considered a gift and not subject to terms of business.