Job Description
Ionic recruitment are currently looking for a Project Manager on behalf of our client.\n\nIntroduction:\nOur client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the fit-out of restaurants across the Manchester area. This role is available on either a permanent basis (with a salary of £55,000 plus company car) or freelance (£300 per day). The ideal candidate will have specialist experience in catering fit-outs, including the installation of catering equipment and fridges, with a solid understanding of commercial kitchen layouts and drawings.\n\nJob Responsibilities:\n\n * \n\n Manage restaurant fit-out projects from pre-construction through to handover.\n\n * \n\n Oversee the installation of catering equipment, ensuring all works are completed to a high standard and within agreed timelines.\n\n * \n\n Read, interpret, and deliver projects in line with kitchen and catering-specific technical drawings.\n\n * \n\n Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams.\n\n * \n\n Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.\n\n * \n\n Liaise with clients, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure expectations are met and issues resolved promptly.\n\n * \n\n Monitor project progress, costs, and quality, ensuring timely and on-budget delivery.\n\n * \n\n Provide regular updates and reports to senior management.\n\nRequirements:\n\n * \n\n Proven experience managing catering and kitchen-focused fit-out projects.\n\n * \n\n Strong understanding of catering systems, commercial kitchens, and relevant installation requirements.\n\n * \n\n Ability to interpret catering equipment and kitchen layout drawings.\n\n * \n\n Excellent organisational and communication skills.\n\n * \n\n SMSTS, First Aid, and CSCS certification preferred.\n\n * \n\n Full UK driving licence.\n\n * \n\n Based in or around Manchester or willing to travel within the area.\n\nPlease apply below.
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