Project Manager – Award-winning Leisure Development

£50-55k plus strong OTE, company car + benefits

You could be based in London or surrounding areas (home-based working with regular travel) 

Are you passionate about improving communities through outstanding leisure facilities? This is an incredible opportunity to join a highly respected organisation with a stellar reputation for delivering a range a innovative, meaningful projects within the leisure sector.

You’ll be part of a company that truly values its people — where culture and  collaboration sit at the heart of everything they do. The team is made up of passionate professionals who care, and this work has a hugely positive impact on communities across the UK! With a supportive and inspiring working environment, and the chance to lead projects that genuinely make a difference, this is a leisure job not to be missed!

About the Role

As Project Manager, you’ll be overseeing the successful delivery of multiple leisure development projects from concept and design through to completion on site. You’ll ensure every scheme meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and client satisfaction, while keeping time and budget firmly on track.

You’ll work as part of the business development team, and with a trusted network of partners and suppliers to bring each project to life. From innovative new builds to refurbishments that revitalise community spaces, your work will directly contribute to creating environments that promote active, healthy lifestyles.

Your recruiter for this role is Maddie Cummings, Recruitment Director at Love Recruitment and can be contacted simply by applying for this role. We are here to support recruitment in the fitness industry and have produced videos on CV writing, interview preparation, guides to fitness jobs and many more that can be seen on our blogs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of multiple leisure projects, from planning to handover

• Build and nurture strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders

• Monitor budgets, timelines, and quality to achieve outstanding results

• Identify and mitigate risks while driving continuous improvement

• Collaborate with internal teams across finance, marketing, and operations

• Support business development initiatives and share best practice

About You

• Proven experience in managing capital or refurbishment projects would be advantageous

• You are highly favourably currently in a senior management position within the leisure or fitness industry. A background in local authority is a huge advantage when applying.

• Exceptional organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Strong commercial awareness and a proactive, solution-focused approach

• Self-motivated, collaborative, and passionate about delivering social value