Project Lead / Project Manager

Location: South West London Business Park, London

Rate: £425–£480 per day (Contract CIS )

Duration: Approximately 35 weeks (until early February 2027)

We're working with a leading contractor to appoint an experienced Project Lead / Project Manager to deliver an £18m CAT A commercial refurbishment across a live business park in Southwest London.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a proven Project Manager who thrives in client-facing environments and has a strong track record delivering complex commercial refurbishment projects. You'll be leading a high-profile scheme where stakeholder management, technical expertise and programme delivery are key.

The Project

You'll take ownership of a major refurbishment programme across three occupied commercial buildings, including:

• Full CAT A office fit-out
• Reception and WC refurbishments
• Major plant replacement works
• Significant M&E packages, accounting for approximately 50% of the project value
• Delivering works within live, occupied buildings while minimising disruption to tenants and business operations

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• Proven experience delivering CAT A & B commercial refurbishment projects
• A strong background managing projects within live, occupied environments
• Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills
• The ability to build trust and maintain strong working relationships
• A diplomatic, professional and solutions-focused approach
• Strong programme management and project coordination experience
• Experience managing substantial M&E packages
• Good commercial awareness, including procurement and cost management
• The ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive projects to successful completion

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected contractor on a fast-paced, technically challenging scheme, offering genuine responsibility and the chance to lead a flagship commercial refurbishment from start to finish.

If you're an experienced Project Manager looking for your next contract and have a proven background delivering complex commercial refurbishments, please get in touch ASAP.