Project Manager, London – Competitive Salary

Are you an organised, driven Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy bringing complex projects to life and coordinating multiple stakeholders to achieve exceptional results?

We're seeking an ambitious Project Manager to lead the launch of a brand-new flagship site in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high-profile project, with genuine potential for progression and longer-term opportunities upon successful completion of the contract.

If you're highly organised, love working with data, timelines and project plans, and can confidently drive projects forward from concept to completion, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of a major flagship site launch project.
• Create, maintain and manage detailed project plans, timelines and Gantt charts.
• Coordinate internal teams, external suppliers and key stakeholders to ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and implement solutions to keep delivery on track.
• Manage project documentation, reporting and performance tracking using spreadsheets and project management tools.
• Facilitate regular project meetings, providing clear updates and action plans.
• Ensure budgets, deadlines and quality standards are consistently met.
• Support operational readiness and successful site opening activities.

Person Specification

• Proven experience in a Project Manager role, ideally within a fast-paced operational environment.
• Exceptional organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Advanced spreadsheet skills and confidence working with project data and reporting.
• Experienced in creating and managing Gantt charts and project schedules.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to manage changing priorities.
• Proactive problem-solver who can work independently and make informed decisions.
• Comfortable managing multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• Results-focused with a strong commitment to delivering projects successfully and on time.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!