• Job ID: 280716
• Date posted: 11/03/2025
  Why Join IKEA?
  Work with Purpose – Be part of a company that prioritise sustainability and innovation in construction.
  Manage Inspire – Manage a skilled team and develop IKEA’s future construction leaders.
  Exciting Projects – Work on large-scale, innovative retail developments across the region.
  Career Growth – Opportunities for professional development and career progression within a global brand.
  Work-Life Balance – Enjoy IKEA’s commitment to a healthy and flexible work environment.
  As a Senior Construction Project Manager, you’ll oversee and deliver construction projects across the UK IE cluster, ensuring our properties meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and efficiency. This is an exciting opportunity to oversee a team of Construction Project Managers, working on large-scale retail projects that enhance IKEA’s presence and improve the customer experience.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

This position is full time, you will work 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
The role of Senior Construction Project Manager will offer a starting salary from £78,000.00 the full IKEA Benefits package.
To enable us to get to know you in the best way, we ask that you please include an up-to-date version of your CV with a cover letter.
Advertising Closing Date: 25th March 2025. Due to high application volumes, we may close earlier, so apply today!
Successfully shortlisted candidates will be invited to a virtual interview with the hiring team
1st Stage interview will take place from: 18th -25th March 2025
Final Stage Interviews will be on 28th / 29th March 2025
If you have any questions regarding the role or around the recruitment experience, please contact Cheryl Craig.
Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many!
Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talents to work every day and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family’s everyday needs. Read more about the wonderful IKEA every day here: Good reasons to become one of our co-workers - IKEA

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• Lead Projects: Manage construction projects from start to finish, ensuring safe, compliant, and sustainable solutions.

• Optimize Delivery: Work with designers, contractors, and procurement teams to enhance cost efficiency and innovation.
• Strategize: Develop and implement strategies for budgeting, risk management, procurement, and scheduling.
• Ensure Compliance: Adhere to health, safety, and sustainability standards, including IWAY and BREEAM.
• Manage Budgets: Oversee budgets, schedules, and cost control to ensure projects are completed on time and within financial targets.
• Negotiate Contracts: Handle contract negotiations and supplier relationships to protect IKEA’s best interests.
• Mentor Teams: Mentor a team of Construction Project Managers, creating a culture of growth, collaboration, and IKEA values.
• Smooth Handovers: Ensure seamless project handovers to retail and tenant fit-out teams for operational readiness.