Project Manager

Cpl Healthcare; Antrim; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare consultancy in Northern Ireland seeks an experienced Project Manager for a 6-month contract in Belfast. The role involves managing capital and revenue projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and overseeing project teams. Candidates must have a professional qualification in construction or related fields and extensive project management experience. Strong financial management and negotiation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in project management.
• Proven track record of financial management and procurement.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and experience as Principal Designer.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost control, budgeting, and payments for projects.
• Advise on contractual procedures and tender processes.
• Negotiate project costs and support evaluations.

Skills

Financial management

Contract administration

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Professional qualification in Construction, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline

Job description

Project Manager – Belfast – Public Sector (6-month contract)

The Project Manager is responsible for the management, financial oversight, and delivery of the organisation's capital and revenue projects. This role includes supervising external consultants, managing in-house technical teams, and ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required standards. The post holder will also ensure compliance with statutory requirements and the Construction Design and Management Regulations (CDM).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cost control, budgeting, and payments for capital and revenue projects.
• Advise on contractual procedures, tender processes, and assess contractor and consultant claims.
• Negotiate project costs and support economic appraisals and post-project evaluations.
• Direct external consultants and oversee compliance with organisational standards.
• Lead projects as Project Manager, Project Sponsor, or Senior Responsible Owner.
• Coordinate in-house teams, contractors, and Clerk of Works to ensure timely delivery.
• Fulfil duties of Principal Designer under CDM Regulations and guide staff on compliance.
• Supervise consultants, technicians, and administrative staff as required.
• Manage delivery of the annual minor works programme from start to finish.

Qualifications and Experience

• Professional qualification in Construction, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline.
• Extensive experience in project management.
• Proven track record of financial management, contract administration, and procurement.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and experience as Principal Designer.
• Experience supervising multi-disciplinary teams and external consultants.
• Must possess a valid H&S licence enabling them to visit live construction sites.

How to apply

If you are interested in hearing more or being considered for this role, apply here or contact Sophie Keogh at Cpl NI.