Project Manager

Vakansiyanın təsviri

New Club Openings (NCO)

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of new fitness clubs, from shell condition through fit-out to operational handover.
• Coordinate project activities with Real Estate, Design, Operations, contractors, landlords and suppliers.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, ensuring milestones and opening dates are achieved.
• Manage pre-opening readiness to ensure a seamless transition to operations.

Estate Enhancements

• Manage refurbishment, renovation, expansion and preventative maintenance projects across existing gym locations.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, member experience and asset longevity.
• Coordinate planned maintenance and capital improvement programs while minimising business disruption.

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Source, evaluate and manage contractors, suppliers, consultants and service providers.
• Lead procurement activities, including tendering, vendor selection and contract negotiations.
• Monitor contractor performance, quality standards, timelines, and compliance with contractual obligations.

Budget & Schedule Management

• Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts and cost plans.
• Monitor project expenditures and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• Track project schedules, proactively manage risks, and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within approved budgets while maximising return on investment.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for project-related communication across departments.
• Provide regular project updates, risk assessments and progress reports to senior leadership and Board members.
• Facilitate collaboration between Operations, Finance, Procurement, Marketing, HR, IT and external stakeholders.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure all construction, refurbishment and fit-out activities comply with applicable building regulations, legal requirements and health & safety standards.
• Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all required permits, certifications and inspections are completed before project handover.

Project Governance

• Establish project documentation, reporting standards and governance processes.
• Maintain accurate project records, budgets, schedules, contracts and change requests.
• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.

Xüsusi tələblər

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, Sports Management, Architecture, or a related discipline. 
• Experience: 3+ years of project management experience within multi-site operations.
• Experience managing construction, fit-out, refurbishment or facility development projects.
• Previous experience in the fitness, retail, hospitality, leisure, or franchise sectors is highly preferred.
• Languages: Full professional proficiency in English, Russian, and Azerbaijani is required to coordinate effectively across core markets and global stakeholders.

Skills & Competencies

• Proven experience managing project budgets, procurement and contract negotiations.
• Strong financial planning and cost-control capabilities.
• Ability to evaluate project investment and return on investment (ROI).
• Strong understanding of construction processes, fit-out projects, and facilities management.
• Working knowledge of local building regulations, health & safety legislation, and compliance requirements.

Core Competencies

• Project planning and execution
• Stakeholder management
• Vendor and contractor management
• Budget and cost control
• Risk management
• Negotiation and influencing skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail

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