XTN-D170265 | OFFICE FIT-OUT MANAGER

The Role

Bedroq is expanding its Philippines operations with a move to a new office in Ortigas. We’re looking for an experienced Office Fit-Out Manager to lead the design, procurement, and delivery of the new space ensuring it meets our standards for quality, functionality, and value for money.

This is a hands-on role, requiring close on-site control of local contractors, strong commercial judgement, and the ability to balance pace, cost, and quality. You will work closely with Bedroq’s UK-based Project Lead and the Manila-based Service Desk Manager (the senior representative in the Philippines) to ensure successful delivery of the new office fit-out.

You will represent Bedroq’s interests day-to-day, ensuring our contractors deliver an office environment that reflects our culture, operational needs, and high standards.

On top of your salary, here are the exciting benefits you can look forward to:

• Comprehensive HMO coverage
• Exciting learning and career growth opportunities
• Seamless HR experience with Cloud HR (Sprout)
• Above-standard leave benefits 

What You’ll Do

· Direct and manage day-to-day activities of fit-out contractors, ensuring progress, quality, and safety on site.

· Oversee design development to align with approved requirements and corporate standards.

· Review and validate contractor programmes, cost proposals, and material selections.

· Support the tendering and evaluation process to ensure competitive and transparent procurement.

· Advise on commercial arrangements and support negotiation of terms to ensure best value.

· Conduct regular site inspections to monitor workmanship and compliance with specifications.

· Track performance against schedule, budget, and standards, reporting weekly to the UK project team.

· Coordinate with Bedroq’s internal teams (IT, Finance, HR) to ensure integrated delivery of cabling, furniture, and systems.

· Ensure all work complies with local building codes, permits, and health & safety regulations.

What you’ll Bring

· 8+ years’ experience managing end-to-end office fit-out or interior construction projects for multinational or corporate clients.

· Proven experience delivering projects under design-and-build or general contracting models.

· It will be essential that you are confident and authoritative in managing contractors on site; able to project presence, command respect, and maintain control of quality and timelines.

· Strong understanding of local construction codes, permitting processes, and contractor management.

· Commercially astute, with experience reviewing bids, validating payments, and managing budgets.

· Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including liaison with UK-based leadership.

· Highly organised, pragmatic, and able to work autonomously with light-touch remote supervision.

· Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field (preferred).

Desirable Experience

· Experience delivering fit-out projects in premium office developments in Metro Manila.

· Knowledge of ISO compliance, especially ISO 27001, 9001, 14001, 45001.

· Understanding of multinational corporate office standards and IT infrastructure integration.

· Experience developing office designs to meet corporate vision, culture and behaviours.

· Background in commercial negotiation and cost assurance.