Senior Capital Project Manager

NHS; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee capital development projects within the Estates & Facilities Directorate. This role involves managing a variety of building and engineering works, ensuring compliance with statutory standards, and delivering projects on time. The successful candidate will lead project teams, collaborate with external consultants, and provide critical project documentation. Join a passionate and diverse team dedicated to delivering exceptional care in a supportive environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that enhance community services.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing capital development projects in healthcare.
• Strong knowledge of statutory and best practice standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead project managers and manage external consultants for project delivery.
• Ensure timely and safe construction projects with proper documentation.
• Conduct feasibility studies and post-project evaluations.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Construction Costing

AutoCAD

Feasibility Studies

Education

Degree in Project Management or related field

Professional Project Management Certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Project Management Software

Job description

Job summary

The role of the Senior Project Manager is to support the Head of Capital Development, in close cooperation with other Estates Officers, in delivering capital projects within the Estates & Facilities Directorate.

To professionally manage Estates Capital Development projects, successfully delivering the programme of building and engineering works, backlog, refurbishment, and minor projects to continuously improve and develop the Trust's accommodation. Ensuring projects are designed in compliance with statutory and best practice standards and delivered in a timely and efficient manner.

Main duties of the job

• Deputise for the Head of Capital Development and lead project managers by example.
• Manage external consultants and contractors to deliver building and engineering projects aligned with the Trust's strategy for continuous improvement.
• Ensure all project documentation is provided, including costing, contracts, drawings, commissioning certification, O&Ms, and as-built drawings.
• Deliver safe, well-managed, and timely construction projects.
• Provide Care Groups and divisions with construction costing and programme information to support their business cases.
• Lead and support other Capital Project Managers.
• Visit sites to inspect works or survey buildings, respecting patients and visitors.
• Create project planning and management schedules using appropriate software.
• Use AutoCAD and other tools to develop and manipulate drawings.
• Develop project briefing documentation and produce Project Initiation Documents.
• Undertake and contribute to feasibility studies and option appraisals.
• Conduct Post Project Evaluations.

About us

Join us in the Garden of England, where we offer excellent professional development and a high quality of life.

We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to 1.8 million people in Kent and Medway, with additional services in Sussex and Surrey. Rated 'Good' by the CQC.

We care for over 2,000 people in hospitals and 54,000 in the community annually, employing over 3,800 staff from 66 nationalities, serving diverse communities.

Our staff are passionate, diverse, and committed to excellent care, with everyone playing a vital role in service delivery.

Our strategy

Mission: Deliver brilliant care through brilliant people.

Vision: To provide outstanding care and work in partnership to ensure it is delivered in the right place, for every service user, every time.

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Job details

Posted on: 07 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 8a

Salary: £53,755 - £60,504 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Location: Farm Villa, Priority House, Hermitage Lane, Maidstone, ME16 9PH

Job responsibilities

At KMPT, we are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and encouraging under-represented communities to apply, especially for senior roles like this one.

Please see the attached detailed job description for further information.