Project Manager Large-Scale Acute Healthcare Development 97-Bed Ward Block Project Overview A major acute hospital is undergoing a significant capital expansion, centred on the delivery of a new 97-bed inpatient ward block. This complex, multi-storey healthcare development will substantially enhance clinical capacity and patient care infrastructure. Key elements of the project include: 97 new inpatient beds, comprising: 3 General Wards 1 Specialist Ward Six-storey ward block with rooftop plant rooms Dedicated Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy accommodation Staff facilities and supporting clinical spaces New multi-storey car park and hospital campus road reconfiguration The Role Reporting to the Project Lead / Contracts Manager / Project Director, the Project Manager will be responsible for the successful delivery of the project from construction through to completion and handover. As a senior member of the project management team, the role carries a strong emphasis on leadership, coordination, and control, particularly within a live healthcare environment where safety, quality, and programme certainty are critical. Key Responsibilities Project & Delivery Management Agree and deliver project objectives covering programme, cost, quality, safety, and client satisfaction Lead the successful delivery of the project through strong leadership, technical expertise, and proactive management Act as a key interface between the client, design team, subcontractors, and site teams Provide professional advice on construction methodology, sequencing, and risk mitigation Ensure project delivery aligns with: Company Quality Management Systems Standard Quality Procedures Engineering and construction specifications Programme, Cost & Controls Agree the construction programme and deliver the project in accordance with approved timelines Track schedule performance, project controls, and cost data, reporting progress and variances accurately Support the commercial team with: Cost control and forecasting Valuations and financial reporting Manage change control procedures, ensuring time and cost implications are assessed and recorded Coordinate materials, plant, and resources to ensure efficient and uninterrupted site operations Site & Construction Management Coordinate and manage all project stakeholders, including designers and subcontractors Monitor subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with programme, quality, and safety requirements Ensure construction works meet specified standards, drawings, and regulatory requirements Proactively resolve critical site issues to minimise programme or cost impact Maintain a well-organised, efficient, and professionally run construction site Design & Team Coordination Ensure the Design Team provides timely and buildable information to support construction activities Chair and record minutes for: Subcontractor progress meetings Internal coordination meetings Client meetings (as required) Utilise IT systems to track people, progress, reporting, and document control Prepare and issue weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly project reports Health, Safety & Leadership Demonstrate visible leadership in embedding a strong, positive safety culture on site Lead by example by: Prioritising safety above programme or productivity pressures Modelling safe behaviours and setting clear expectations Carry out and oversee risk assessments and method statement reviews Conduct regular safety walks, inspections, and proactive engagement with site teams Work closely with the Health & Safety function to ensure safe construction practices at all times Encourage open communication, continuous improvement, and recognition of safe behaviours Key Requirements Degree / Higher Diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent discipline 5+ years post-qualification experience working with Tier 1 main contractors Strong working knowledge of: Current Building Regulations Construction certification and compliance standards Proven experience delivering large-scale, complex building projects, ideally within healthcare or live environments Strong IT skills, particularly in reporting, programme tracking, and document management Excellent leadership, communication, and time management skills