Property Project Manager

Vertu Motors plc is one of the UK’s largest motor retailers, generating annual revenues in excess of £5 billion across a network of 200 dealerships, supported by a property portfolio valued at over £300 million. As part of our continued growth, we are now seeking a Project Manager to join our expanding team.

The Vertu Motors property team manages our portfolio largely in-house, covering Real Estate, Property Development, and Property Maintenance. Guided by our mission, “To deliver an outstanding customer motoring experience through honesty and trust,” we are selective about who we welcome into our team.

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager who not only brings strong technical expertise but also demonstrates our core values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Professionalism, and Recognition.

The role will play an integral part within the property development team, delivering a range of exciting construction projects, refurbishments, and small works across our wide portfolio of over 200 dealerships and brands. This is a key appointment and we are looking for you to have energy, drive, and ambition to maintain the high standards we set, whilst continually seeking to enhance them.

You will report to the Group Property Development Director based at the Support Centre in Gateshead. Whilst this role is based at our National Head Office (TVTE), there will be regular travel across our dealership network nationwide, including occasional overnight stays.

We are looking for a highly professional, motivated, and self-managed construction professional who is capable of working independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider team. You will have strong communication skills and be confident managing a varied portfolio of projects across a national network.

You will bring a background in Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or Building Surveying, with a minimum of 5 years’ post-graduate experience. You will be able to demonstrate a successful track record of delivering retail or commercial property projects on time and within budget, alongside a strong understanding of the Built Environment.

With responsibility for a large portfolio of refurbishment and small works projects, you will play an instrumental role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality outcomes, maintaining strong financial control and working within defined budget constraints. The ability to manage deadlines and budgets effectively is essential.

We are also looking for someone with the following knowledge, skills and attributes:

Professional membership of a recognised body such as RICS, CIOB or APM would be advantageous, but not essential.

What you can expect

If you are successful, you can look forward to a challenging role, and a range of benefits you would expect from an employer of choice, including

Apply today to be considered for this role!

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