Project Manager

Serco Limited; Larbert; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in Larbert is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee complex healthcare projects, ranging from £20,000 to £2 million. You will manage multiple projects, ensuring compliance with NHS standards and effective communication with stakeholders. Strong project management experience in healthcare or construction is essential for this full-time position.

Benefits

Opportunity to enhance patient care

Collaborative working culture

Continuous professional development

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing projects within healthcare or construction.
• Experience managing projects up to £2 million.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of capital and minor works projects.
• Ensure compliance with NHS standards and building regulations.
• Prepare and present progress reports to senior management.

Skills

Project management within healthcare

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Ability to work autonomously

Prioritisation under pressure

Education

Project Management qualification (PRINCE2, APM)

Degree in Project Management or related field

Job description

Project Manager - Estates & Healthcare Projects

Location: Forth Valley Royal Hospital, Larbert
Department: Estates & Facilities
Salary: Competitive (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Permanent / Full-time

About the Role

Forth Valley Royal Hospital is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee and deliver a portfolio of complex healthcare projects ranging in value from £20,000 to £2 million. This role involves managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in full compliance with relevant Scottish Health Technical Memoranda (SHTMs) and statutory regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of capital and minor works projects – from initial briefing and feasibility through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Ensure all projects are compliant with NHS standards, SHTMs, building regulations, and other relevant healthcare guidance.
• Lead and coordinate third‑party contractors, consultants and suppliers, ensuring quality, safety and performance standards are met.
• Take full responsibility for Health & Safety management, including CDM compliance, risk assessments and site safety monitoring.
• Prepare and present progress reports, financial updates and risk assessments to senior management and stakeholders.
• Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships, ensuring effective communication and satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work collaboratively with the Estates, Facilities and Clinical teams to minimise disruption to hospital operations.
• Identify and implement efficiency and sustainability improvements within project delivery.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in project management within a healthcare, estates or construction environment.
• Demonstrable experience managing multiple projects of varying scale and complexity (up to £2m value).
• Strong understanding of construction processes, CDM Regulations, Health & Safety and building compliance.
• Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously, priorit effectively and deliver under pressure.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• PRINCE2, APM or equivalent project management qualification.
• Experience working within NHS estates or a similar healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with SHTMs, HTMs and healthcare design guidance.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Project Management, Building Services, Construction Management or a related field.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to deliver meaningful projects that enhance patient care and healthcare environments.
• Collaborative working culture within a supportive Estates and Facilities team.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.