Senior Construction Project Manager

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Senior Construction Project Manager, London

Client:

Lidl GB

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Construction

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

0810dc175f3f

Job Views:

4

Posted:

30.03.2025

Expiry Date:

14.05.2025

Job Description:

Summary

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re motivated, commercially aware and ready to take on any challenge.

Just like you.

Our Store Development Team is strengthening their construction team to meet our ambitious expansion plans. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Construction Project Manager to join our London Property department. You will manage, plan, and oversee construction projects in London (within the M25), ensuring the highest standards and deadlines are met.

You will oversee the construction of new stores, extensions, and modernisations of our existing store portfolio, ensuring the highest quality standards and compliance with our corporate specification and H&S requirements. Managing relationships with key collaborators, you will liaise with internal and external parties throughout the project cycle. You will work proactively to address potential obstacles and plan costs, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

We’re proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there’ll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we’ll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here.

Please note you will be expected to be in one of our London Property Offices or in your patch a minimum of 3 days per week.

What you'll do

1. Overseeing the construction of new stores, extensions, and modernisations of our existing store portfolio
2. Managing assigned project plans and deadlines
3. Monitoring project progress and checking quality standards are met at all times
4. Managing relationships with external companies, contractors, and suppliers
5. Ensuring compliance with our corporate specification and internal procedures
6. Ensuring the highest standards of Health & Safety performance on all construction sites
7. Remedying any issues quickly and effectively with an aim to keeping projects moving and ensuring deadlines are not jeopardised
8. Reporting on the progress of construction projects to the Senior team
9. Budget management and controlling project costs

What you'll need

1. Educated to degree level or equivalent in either Engineering or Construction
2. Proven experience in a Construction/Engineering related role
3. PC literate with strong Microsoft Office skills
4. A professional and refined negotiator with sound commercial acumen and judgment
5. Highly organised with a pragmatic and analytical approach
6. A strong multi-tasker with the ability to prioritise conflicting deadlines
7. An excellent communicator who can communicate confidently with people at all levels of the business
8. A team player who can perform tasks independently using their own initiative
9. RICS, CIOB or MAPM accreditation is desirable or working towards qualifications
10. Experience in another retailer is desirable
11. Driving License is essential for this role

What you'll receive

1. Company Car
2. Plus, more of the perks you deserve

*includes 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance

You’re Lidl like us. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.

If you’re ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.