Healthcare Lifecycle & Variations Project Manager

ISS Facility Services UK; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ISS Facility Services UK in Durham is seeking a Lifecycle & Small Works Project Manager to oversee healthcare projects from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and robust financial control.

You will liaise with design teams, procure subcontractors, approve RAMS, manage variations and life cycle works, and deliver projects on time and within budget while supporting ISS managers and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in Hard FM and technical building services.
• Budgeting/forecasting experience.
• Strong stakeholder management and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end delivery of Variation and Life Cycle projects within a healthcare environment.
• Ensure strict compliance with Health & Safety legislation, CDM regulations, and all relevant HTMs.
• Take ownership of financial control — budgeting, forecasting, and highlighting cost pressures.
• Lead design team collaboration, manage quotes, and deliver high-quality contract variations and life cycle works.
• Keep documentation tight and accurate, including monthly forecasts and purchasing records.
• Guarantee timely project delivery and set up planned maintenance for new assets within CAFM systems.
• Build strong, proactive relationships with Service Managers, client reps, and other key stakeholders.
• Act as the Authorised Person for designated disciplines, ensuring full statutory compliance for Hard FM services.

Skills

Hard FM / technical building services

Mechanical or Electrical background

Budgeting / forecasting

Subcontractor management

Leadership / team management

CAFM

Permit-to-Work systems

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Safety compliance mindset

Education

C&G Level 3 / NVQ or equivalent

Tools

CAFM software

Permit-to-Work systems

Job description

ISS Facility Services UK in Durham is seeking a Lifecycle & Small Works Project Manager to oversee healthcare projects from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and robust financial control.

You will liaise with design teams, procure subcontractors, approve RAMS, manage variations and life cycle works, and deliver projects on time and within budget while supporting ISS managers and staff.