Global Property Project Manager (Fixed Term Contract) at Larian Studios

Guildford, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Gaming, Real Estate, Facilities ManagementIndustries

Requirements

Proven track record in project management within construction, refurbishment, or fit-out projects
Experience coordinating architects, contractors, and local authorities from planning through delivery
Strong knowledge of building operations (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems at a high level)
Familiarity with tendering, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and quality assurance processes
Strong grasp of contract management, insurance requirements, and regulatory compliance
Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in parallel
Skilled at creating structured reporting systems (budgets, risks, timelines)
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; able to explain technical details clearly to non-experts
Pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to balance cost vs. value
Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to anticipate issues before they escalate
Flexible and adaptable, with willingness to travel frequently across global locations

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and manage refurbishment, fit-out, and construction projects across Larian studios
Develop and oversee project scopes, budgets, timelines, risk assessments, and progress reporting
Liaise with architects, contractors, vendors, local authorities, and studio heads to ensure compliance with regulations and Larian standards
Monitor progress through site inspections and milestone reviews; organise and attend site meetings
Review contractor progress statements and report on them in a timely manner
Oversee procurement of materials and services, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and compliance with tendering processes
Balance cost versus value when assessing options and solutions
Ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are met across all projects
Establish and maintain a unified structure for project reporting (budgets vs actuals, risks, timelines, issues, and decisions)
Support the assessment of new property acquisitions, including due diligence and suitability reviews
Manage owned and leased office buildings, ensuring consistency of standards and effective property oversight
Coordinate with studio management (Studio Heads and Office Managers) on maintenance, repairs, and upgrades as required
Support leasehold negotiations and assist in planning relocations or temporary office solutions during refurbishments
Ensure appropriate insurances and contracts are in place in collaboration with legal support
Work closely with Heads of Studio, IT, and development teams to align facilities with operational needs
Manage vendor and supplier contracts, ensuring clear communication, accountability, and performance
Ensure studios retain a local flavour while delivering a cohesive global “Larian identity” across all locations

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Project ManagementRefurbishment ManagementFit-out ManagementConstruction ManagementBudget ManagementRisk AssessmentStakeholder CoordinationVendor ManagementContractor ManagementSite InspectionsProcurementHealth & Safety StandardsLeasehold ManagementProperty OversightDue Diligence

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position or does it require travel?

Frequent travel will be required to manage projects on-site across Larian’s seven global locations.

What type of employment is this role?

This is a fixed term employment contract.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Candidates need a proven track record in project management within construction, refurbishment, or fit-out projects, experience coordinating architects, contractors, and local authorities, and strong knowledge of building operations including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.

What is the company culture like at Larian Studios?

The role involves ensuring studios retain a local flavour while delivering a cohesive global “Larian identity” across all locations, working closely with Heads of Studio, IT, and development teams.

What makes a strong candidate for this Global Property Project Manager role?

A proactive and detail-oriented professional with excellent project management skills, technical knowledge of building operations, and the ability to coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors is ideal.

Larian Studios

Develops high-quality role-playing video games

About Larian Studios

Larian Studios develops high-quality role-playing games (RPGs) and is best known for its acclaimed title, Divinity: Original Sin 2, which won PC Game of the Year in 2017. The company focuses on creating immersive gameplay experiences that include combat, exploration, puzzles, and dialogue. Larian Studios generates revenue primarily through the direct sale of its games on platforms like PC and consoles, and may also earn from downloadable content and expansions. What sets Larian Studios apart from its competitors is its commitment to player engagement and community feedback, actively involving players in the development process through social media. The company's goal is to continuously improve and innovate its games while maintaining high quality, as evidenced by its investment in internal tools for tracking performance and ongoing recruitment of talented developers.

Ghent, BelgiumHeadquarters

1996Year Founded

$3.2MTotal Funding

PRE_SEEDCompany Stage

GamingIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Not developing Baldur's Gate 4 may lead to missed revenue and fan disappointment.

Lengthy development timeline for next RPG may result in financial strain and market irrelevance.

Arcane Archer addition instead of popular subclasses could lead to player dissatisfaction.

Differentiation

Larian Studios excels in creating award-winning, high-quality RPGs like Divinity: Original Sin 2.

The company emphasizes player engagement through combat, exploration, puzzles, and dialogue.

Larian Studios actively incorporates community feedback to refine and improve their games.

Upsides

Baldur's Gate 3's success highlights potential for high-quality RPGs to achieve critical acclaim.

Crossplay and photo modes in Patch 8 enhance player engagement and broaden appeal.

New ambitious RPG project builds anticipation and ensures thorough development for future success.

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