Project Manager

nhs trust; Ridgacre; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Ridgacre is seeking experienced Site-Based Project Managers to oversee a £8 million healthcare scheme. Candidates should have proven experience in healthcare construction projects and strong technical understanding of modular methodologies. Responsibilities include managing site operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards, and acting as the primary contact for clients. This role demands strong leadership and communication skills, along with proficiency in project management tools.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing healthcare or hospital construction projects of £5M+ value.
• Strong technical understanding of modular construction methodologies and healthcare MEP systems.
• Proficiency in Asta Powerproject, MS Project, and digital document management systems.
• Ability to interpret complex construction drawings, specifications, and BIM models.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day site operations ensuring compliance with programme and design.
• Manage subcontractor performance and alignment with the master programme.
• Conduct quality audits and ensure all inspection records are maintained.
• Act as principal site contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Produce weekly and monthly project reports detailing progress and risks.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Healthcare MEP systems

Modular construction methodologies

NEC3/NEC4 or JCT D&B contract administration

Tools

Asta Powerproject

MS Project

Job description

Two experienced Site-Based Project Managers are required to oversee the on-site delivery of this £8 million healthcare scheme in Birmingham. Reporting to the Project Leader, each Project Manager will assume full site-level responsibility for planning, coordination, quality assurance, health and safety, and commercial oversight during the build phase.

Project Management & Delivery

• Lead day-to-day site operations ensuring full compliance with programme, design, and specification requirements.
• Manage the coordination of modular installation, M&E integration, commissioning, and interface with existing hospital systems.
• Oversee subcontractor management, sequencing, and performance to ensure alignment with the master programme.
• Deliver to cost, quality, and time objectives in accordance with NEC or JCT contract conditions.
• Implement and maintain Asta Powerproject programmes, producing regular updates and look‑ahead schedules.

Quality, Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all works meet healthcare technical standards including HTM (Health Technical Memoranda) and HBN (Health Building Notes) compliance.
• Conduct quality audits, ITP reviews, and ensure all inspection records are accurately maintained.
• Lead daily and weekly health & safety briefings, ensuring full compliance with CDM Regulations and site‑specific safety plans.
• Maintain rigorous environmental and infection prevention controls throughout construction.

Client & Stakeholder Liaison

• Act as principal site contact for the client, NHS Trust representatives, Clerk of Works, and Building Control.
• Manage design change requests, technical queries, and value engineering discussions.
• Attend and chair regular progress, coordination, and risk review meetings, providing detailed reporting on progress, risks, and mitigations.

Digital & Reporting Systems

• Utilise company systems and software including R-Drive, Multivista, M-Site, 4P, and Asta Powerproject to maintain transparent reporting and accurate records.
• Produce weekly and monthly project reports detailing progress, productivity, cost updates, and key risks.
• Maintain digital site diaries and real‑time labour/resource tracking.

Daily & Weekly Deliverables

Daily: Issue weekly progress reports to the Project Leader and monthly summaries for the client.

This role requires exceptional leadership, technical understanding of modular or fast‑track healthcare builds, and the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams within tight programme parameters.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing healthcare or hospital construction projects of £5M+ value.
• Strong technical understanding of modular construction methodologies and healthcare MEP systems.
• Proficiency in Asta Powerproject, MS Project, and digital document management systems.
• Sound knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 or JCT D&B contract administration.
• Ability to interpret complex construction drawings, specifications, and BIM models.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client‑facing capability.

A privately owned construction and engineering organisation specialising in Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) for complex healthcare environments. The company is recognised for delivering high‑performance hospital and clinical infrastructure across the UK.