Job Description

Role: Project Manager (Property)

Reporting to: Head of Gym Product
Location: Field based



Here at The Gym Group we believe we are simply the best in our industry! Our amazing teams have skills, abilities and can-do attitudes that make this a great place to work! We have strong, embedded values and an easy-going culture which ensures we put our people first. We pride ourselves on being fun, innovative, inclusive and engaging.
So, what's stopping you? Apply today and be YOU with us!
What you need to know about us...

The Gym Group is not like your average gym! To our members we're the lowest cost nationwide 24/7 Gym with over 250 gyms and counting! To our teams we are fun, welcoming, engaging and inclusive. We challenge our limits and push ourselves to impact positive change with our goals and initiatives. We take steps into new areas with a real and authentic purpose - It's our mission to break down barriers to fitness for all.

We're #1 in our industry when it comes to our values, our culture and our people - check out Glassdoor if you don't believe us. We offer a fantastic place to work in a great working culture. We have been recognised as by The Sunday Times as one of The Best Places to Work which is all down to our great leaders and exceptional teams.

We may be one of the leading budget gym chains in the UK but there's nothing budget about our investment into our people. We have retained GOLD in our investors in people award for the last 6 years and GOLD in wellbeing this year.

We're recognised as a disability confident and inclusive employer which is something we are truly proud of. We have a brilliant team and opportunities for development and growth with support for success. Having recently undertaken some huge projects from a digital point of view and our plans are to keep being innovative, creative and agile in all that we do.
About the role...

We're looking for a Property Project Manager to join our Property team and take ownership of construction-led refurbishment, enhancement and extension projects across our existing gym estate, with occasional involvement in new site fit-outs.
This is a built-environment role, focused on physical spaces, construction delivery and live operational sites -- not an IT or digital project management position.
Key responsibilities:

Project delivery - refurbishments & enhancementsManaging the end-to-end delivery of construction and property refurbishment projects across our existing gyms Delivering works within live trading environments, minimising disruption to members and gym teams Leading everything from simple refreshes through to complex refurbishments, reconfigurations, extensions and structural works Owning project programmes, budgets, risks and reporting, ensuring work is delivered safely, on time and to standard

New site capability (as required)Supporting technical due diligence for new gym developments Managing new site fit-outs from shell condition through to operational handover when allocated Working with Acquisition Managers to assess feasibility, costs and delivery risks

Working cross-functionallyActing as a key link between Property and teams across the business, including Operations, Tech, Marketing and Finance Understanding how gyms operate day to day and making sure property projects support both members and gym teams Coordinating inputs from construction contractors, consultants and specialist suppliers (IT, security, equipment, etc.) Translating operational requirements into practical, buildable solutions and clearly communicating risks, constraints and options

Financial & commercial managementSetting and managing project budgets, procurement routes and construction contracts Ensuring strong financial control and value for money Providing clear, accurate updates on cost, programme and risk

Health, safety & complianceEnsuring full compliance with construction health & safety and statutory requirements Acting as Principal Designer / Client representative where required and ensuring appointed parties meet their obligations

About you...
EssentialProven experience delivering property or construction refurbishment projects in live, multi-site environments Experience managing extensions, reconfigurations and complex works -- not just like-for-like refurbishments Strong experience working with contractors, consultants and suppliers Confident stakeholder management and communication skills Solid experience of budget management, procurement and contract administration Good working knowledge of UK construction, building regulations and health & safety legislation

DesirableExperience in gyms, leisure, retail or other operationally intensive environments Understanding of how physical spaces impact customer or member experience Experience supporting or delivering new site developments


Need assistance?
If you have a disability or condition that makes it difficult for you to complete your application online please email your cv to recruitment@thegymgroup.com or alternatively call the TGG Recruitment team on 0203 319 4838 and someone will be more than happy to support you. We also want to put it out there that we actively encourage applications from a diverse demographic and we are passionate about your culture and value alignment. We want this to be a match that works for you as much as for us!