Joinery Project Manager

Location: Essex, Hybrid (Office-based with flexibility)
Salary: Up to £75,000 (DOE)

Package & Benefits

Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience – hybrid working – Oyster Card provided – monthly mobile phone allowance – private health cover after 12 months’ service – pool car available for business use – company pension after 3 months.

The Company

We are pleased to be working with a reputable, bespoke joinery manufacturer delivering high-quality bespoke and commercial joinery solutions across residential and commercial sectors. They pride themselves on craftsmanship, attention to detail, and delivering projects to the highest standards.

Role Overview

The Joinery Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering joinery projects from contract award through to final installation and handover. This role requires a strong joinery/carpentry background and hands-on knowledge of manufacturing and installation processes.

The successful candidate will act as the key link between clients, designers, workshop teams, subcontractors, and site operatives to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Delivery: Manage projects from initial briefing through manufacture, installation, and completion – develop detailed project programmes, schedules, and delivery plans – monitor progress against programme milestones and budgets – identify and manage project risks, issues, and variations.

Client & Stakeholder Management: Act as the main point of contact throughout the project lifecycle – attend client meetings, site meetings, and progress reviews – coordinate with architects, designers, contractors, and consultants – ensure client expectations are clearly understood and achieved.

Commercial & Financial Management: Manage project budgets, cost control, and forecasting – review and approve project expenditure, invoices, and subcontractor payments – manage variations, valuations, and final accounts – support procurement of materials, fittings, and specialist subcontractors.

Production & Installation Coordination: Liaise closely with the joinery workshop to ensure accurate interpretation of drawings and specifications – coordinate manufacturing schedules and delivery dates – oversee site installation activities to ensure quality and compliance – resolve technical or production issues efficiently.

Quality, Health & Safety: Ensure works comply with drawings, specifications, and quality standards – ensure compliance with health & safety legislation and company policies – assist the DC team in preparing and reviewing RAMS.

Documentation & Reporting: Review and manage technical drawings, schedules, and specifications – maintain accurate project records and progress updates – provide weekly project reports – ensure full handover documentation is completed at project close.

Skills & Experience Required

Proven experience managing joinery or fit-out projects – strong joinery/carpentry background – excellent understanding of bespoke and/or commercial joinery processes – ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications – strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills – commercial awareness and problem-solving ability – proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience on high-end residential or commercial projects – CSCS Card (Manager Level) – Black CSCS Card – Manager / Professionally Qualified Person – NVQ Level 6 or 7 in Construction Management – SMSTS Qualification.

Please apply online or contact Gemma Creasey at Oval Deene Recruitment.