Capital Project Manager

Seymour John Public Services (Midlands) Limited; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare organisation is seeking an experienced Capital Project Manager to lead capital projects from inception to completion. The role entails overseeing compliance with health and safety standards, managing contractor performance, and developing essential project documentation. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Construction Management or a related field, strong technical knowledge, and excellent communication skills. This permanent position offers flexible working options in South West England.

Qualifications

• Degree and post-graduate qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent experience.
• Project Management qualification and experience in NHS capital works (preferred).
• Strong technical knowledge of HTM, HBN, and statutory building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead smaller capital projects and support major schemes within the Strategic Estates team.
• Supervise construction stages and fulfil NEC3 Works Supervisor duties.
• Ensure compliance with procurement, health and safety, and building regulations.
• Manage contractor performance and site supervision.
• Develop project documentation including feasibility studies, specifications, and business cases.
• Provide regular milestone reporting and post‑project evaluation.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Technical knowledge of HTM and HBN

Education

Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture

Project Management qualification

Job description

Capital Project Manager

Organisation: NHS Acute Trust

Location: South West England, with flexible working options

Salary: Band 7

Closing date: 12.00 noon on Friday 24th October 2025

About Us

This NHS organisation is investing in a major capital programme to support its strategic ambitions and improve patient care across the region. The Strategic Estates team is central to this work driving innovation, compliance, and value for money across the hospital estate.

Join Our Team

We’re looking for a skilled and proactive Capital Project Manager to support the delivery of capital schemes from inception to completion. This is a hands‑on, permanent role ideal for someone who thrives on detail, collaboration, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead smaller capital projects and support major schemes within the Strategic Estates team
• Supervise construction stages and fulfil NEC3 Works Supervisor duties
• Ensure compliance with procurement, health and safety, and building regulations
• Manage contractor performance and site supervision
• Develop project documentation including feasibility studies, specifications, and business cases
• Provide regular milestone reporting and post‑project evaluation

Ideal Candidate

• Degree and post‑graduate qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent experience
• Project Management qualification and experience in NHS capital works (preferred)
• Strong technical knowledge of HTM, HBN, and statutory building regulations
• Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Comfortable working autonomously and managing multiple priorities

Recruitment Timetable

Closing date for applications: Friday 24th October 2025, 12 noon

Contact Us

For more information and a detailed job description, please contact John Lavictoire, Director at Seymour John Public Services. All third‑party applications will be redirected to our retained executive search partners at Seymour John Public Services.