TJX Europe

At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you’re working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores—TK Maxx & Homesense, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer.

Job Description:

As Construction Project Manager you will manage the planning and execution of Store Development projects across the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland. Projects will include new store openings, expansions within the current estate, store remodels, roll out initiatives and ad-hoc minor works projects. Alongside project delivery, you will be the key lead for internal and external stakeholders, consultants, designers, contractors and vendors to ensure projects are executed efficiently, to brand standards, on time, and within budget. Your role will be pivotal in driving innovation, optimising processes, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and oversee the Pre-Construction / Planning and Construction phase for construction of new stores, expansions, remodels, roll outs and minor works as required by the business.
• Manage roll outs and programmes for minor works / store upgrades within the existing estate in collaboration with the Manager of Construction.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify project needs and define clear scope of works for circulation within respective stakeholder group.
• Manage assigned project plans, programme and milestones ensuring business objectives and deadlines are maintained and delivered.
• Monitor project progress and check that quality and brand standards are met at all times.
• Ensure the highest standards of Health & Safety performance are met on all construction sites.
• Remedy any issues quickly and effectively with an aim to keeping projects moving and ensuring deadlines are not jeopardised.
• Chair weekly site progress meetings and report on the progress of construction projects to the Manager of Construction.
• In collaboration with TJX assigned Cost Manager, ensure budget management, change management and cost control are considered in all decision making.
• Demonstrate a strong working knowledge of CDM regulations, collaborating closely with the TJX appointed CDM Support Consultant to ensure design and construction phase compliance.
• Ensure alignment with The Building Safety Act requirements, working alongside the TJX assigned Principal Designer and Building Control Consultants to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Manage and coordinate specialist consultants, including M&E, Building Control, and Structural Engineers, as required by the project scope.
• In collaboration with internal stakeholders, manage and lead the store handover process to Retail Operations and our Facilities team, ensuring documented handover protocol and snagging reports are agreed and issued with an agreed close out programme.

Key Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Construction project management experience is essential, ideally within Retail fit out.
• Understanding of local statutory regulations and legislation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex construction projects, with multiple stakeholders.
• Negotiation and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with stakeholders and resolve issues with proficiency.
• Leadership and ability to issue clear instructions within the team.
• Problem solving on own initiative and know when to seek advice.
• Knowledge of construction methods and practices.
• Ability to foresee risk and plan projects in a proactive and professional manner.
• Proficiency in MS Office 365 and project management software, as well as the ability to adapt to local systems and processes.
• Fluency in the English language with the ability to draft reports and communications effectively, efficiently and proactively.
• HNC/HND and/or Degree level qualification relevant within the Construction industry e.g. Building Surveyor, Construction, Cost Management, Project or Programme Management, Engineering or Built Environment.
• Knowledge of construction contracts.
• Flexible, agile & able to prioritise.
• Excellent communication, negotiation & influencing skills.
• Able to collaborate in an inclusive culture.
• Confident networker & diplomatic communicator with an ability to build lasting relationships across geographies & functions.
• Able to work under own initiative & time critical conditions.
• Agile and adaptable, able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Extensive travel within the UK and ROI will be required.
• Full driving licence required
• You must have the legal right to work in the country you are applying to.

As proud as we are of our past success, it’s our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation.

Address:

73 Clarendon Road

Location:

EUR Home Office Watford GB: