Project / Office Manager

Project/Office Manager - New Office Launch & Workplace Operations

St Andrews 100% office-based 18-month Fixed Term Contract Strong potential to go permanent

Are you a Project Manager who loves seeing a big idea come to life?

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to lead the opening of a brand-new office, managing the project from planning through to opening day - and then stepping into a key role overseeing the office once it's fully operational

This role blends project management, coordination, and operational leadership, making it perfect for someone who thrives on ownership, structure, and people-focused projects.

Phase One: Project Management - Office Opening

You'll take full ownership of the office launch, including:

Planning and delivering the office opening project from start to finish

Managing timelines, milestones, budgets, and governance

Acting as the main point of contact for internal teams and external suppliers

Overseeing office fit-out, furniture layouts, signage, supplies, and readiness

Supporting technology set-up including access control, desk booking and parking systems

Developing clear communication plans for staff and visitors

Spotting gaps, solving problems, and keeping everything on track for go-live

Ensuring business continuity and a smooth transition throughout the move

Phase Two: Workplace & Office Operations

Once the office is open, you'll move into an operational leadership role, including:

Managing day-to-day office operations and creating a great workplace experience

Overseeing reception, visitors, mail, and office services

Managing building security and access arrangements

Coordinating cleaning, catering, facilities, and service providers

Ensuring health & safety standards are met and maintained

Managing office budgets, costs, and service performance

Identifying opportunities to improve how the office runs

You'll be the go-to person who keeps everything running smoothly

What We're Looking For

Proven experience as a Project Manager, ideally with office relocations, workplace projects, or large-scale operational projects

Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills

Confident managing budgets, suppliers, and multiple workstreams

Excellent communication skills - calm, clear, and professional

Comfortable working in a fully office-based role

Proactive, solutions-focused, and thrives on responsibility

Why Apply?

Lead a high-profile office opening

See your project through from concept to reality

Work in the beautiful setting of St Andrews

18-month FTC with real potential to go permanent

Interested in finding out more? Hit 'apply now', send your CV to or call for a confidential chat.

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