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Project Manager Lifecycle projects Construction & Refurbishment & M&E Reports to: Head of Capital We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to take full ownership of capital projects across our NHS Facility estate. You will manage schemes from initial concept through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role involves direct responsibility for a diverse portfolio of projects, ranging from £5K to over £10M, within the Trust s Capital Programme. You ll oversee every stage of the process from project planning, design coordination, and contract administration to site supervision, commissioning, and post-completion evaluation ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and alignment with the Trust s strategic objectives. You will lead multidisciplinary teams comprising internal stakeholders, external consultants, and contractors, fostering collaboration and integration to achieve the best outcomes for the organisation. Key Responsibilities Manage projects from inception through to technical and clinical commissioning, ensuring alignment with the Trust s strategic goals. Oversee all stages of the project lifecycle, meeting agreed cost, time, and quality targets. Work closely with end users and consultants to define project scopes, commission design services, and ensure designs deliver required functionality and purpose. Collaborate with senior stakeholders, including clinical and operational leads, to ensure projects support long-term estate and digital transformation strategies. Manage project budgets, ensuring expenditure remains within approved limits. Prepare and present detailed financial forecasts, providing clear justifications to senior management within estates and finance. Person Specification Essential Qualifications Degree in construction, engineering, building surveying, or a related built environment discipline Desirable Qualifications Chartered membership (or working towards) in a relevant professional body (RICS, CIOB, RIBA, CIBSE, APM) PRINCE2 or APM qualification Skills & Abilities Proven track record in delivering large-scale, multidisciplinary capital projects, ideally in healthcare or other regulated environments Strong expertise in construction project delivery, contract management (JCT, NEC), and public sector procurement Ability to anticipate critical activities, plan ahead, and manage complex tasks effectively Skilled in making informed decisions, resolving conflicts, and delivering innovative solutions Analytical approach to problem-solving, with a focus on improving performance Experience integrating digital infrastructure within capital projects Knowledge & Experience In-depth understanding of statutory project requirements, including CDM Regulations, HTMs, HBNs, BSA, and other HSE directives Experience in managing projects from both in-house design and external consultant teams, across refurbishments, conversions, and new builds Demonstrated success in delivering large capital projects to agreed budgets and timescales within the public sector Understanding of capital procurement processes and estate planning strategies Awareness of healthcare trends and approaches to future-proofing infrastructure Contact: For more information, please contact Mark Warrington on (phone number removed).

This Senior Project Manager role focuses on leading the delivery of complex healthcare capital projects, managing multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes across time, cost, quality, and safety. The position requires strong leadership, commercial acumen, and healthcare sector experience to deliver facilities that improve patient care and community wellbeing. Client Details A leading consultancy with a strong track record in the successful delivery of healthcare and public sector projects. The organisation partners with NHS Trusts, government bodies, and private clients to deliver high-quality, sustainable healthcare facilities that improve patient outcomes and community wellbeing. With a collaborative culture and commitment to technical excellence, it provides expertise across the full project lifecycle, supporting the development of modern healthcare estates fit for the future. Description As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the delivery of complex healthcare schemes, from inception through to completion and handover. You will manage multidisciplinary project teams, oversee contractors and consultants, and ensure projects are delivered to time, cost, quality, and safety standards. Key responsibilities include: Managing healthcare projects through the full lifecycle, from feasibility and business case development to procurement, construction, and operational handover. Leading project teams and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Embedding robust health, safety, and environmental practices across all project activities. Developing project strategies that balance clinical requirements, sustainability objectives, and long-term value for money. Leading procurement processes, including preparation of tender documentation, bid evaluation, and contract negotiation. Managing budgets, risks, and variations to ensure projects achieve or exceed performance targets. Engaging with NHS stakeholders, clinicians, estates teams, planning authorities, and wider community groups to secure approvals and maintain strong relationships. Ensuring the patient and staff experience is at the heart of project delivery, safeguarding reputation and maximising social value. Providing accurate project data, financial reporting, and programme updates to senior stakeholders. Profile Degree-qualified in project management, construction, engineering, or a related discipline; chartered status with a relevant professional body is desirable. Proven experience delivering large-scale, complex projects within the healthcare or wider public sector built environment. Strong understanding of healthcare design, clinical planning requirements, and relevant regulatory frameworks. Excellent commercial acumen, with experience in contract management, procurement, and negotiation. Demonstrated ability in risk management and evidence-based decision-making. Strong leadership and people management skills, with a track record of motivating and developing teams. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, particularly in working with clinicians, estates teams, and government agencies. Commitment to safety, sustainability, and delivering best value for clients and end users. Job Offer Competitive salary with car allowance, bonus, and contributory pension scheme. 25+ days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service. Private healthcare and wellbeing support. Hybrid working model with flexibility to balance office, client site, and home working. Professional development opportunities and support for further accreditation. Opportunity to play a leading role in shaping the future of healthcare infrastructure in the UK.

Construction Design Manager - Healthcare & PFI Projects Location: Manchester Salary: £350 per day CIS or £260 per day PAYE Contract: 6 months Mon - Fri 8am - 4.30pm We are looking for an experienced Construction Design Manager to oversee healthcare and PFI lifecycle projects valued between £500k and £10m . This role is ideal for someone with strong technical knowledge and the ability to manage the design process from tender through to delivery in live healthcare environments. You'll work closely with NHS Trusts, consultants, and PFI/SPV providers to ensure projects are compliant, buildable, and aligned with HTM and HBN standards . Responsibilities include coordinating consultants and subcontractors, reviewing drawings, managing design risks, and chairing design meetings. Requirements: Proven experience in healthcare construction projects (including PFI lifecycle works ). Riba 0 - 7 projects. Strong knowledge of NHS technical standards (HTM/HBN). SMSTS certification and First Aid at Work (essential). Background with a main contractor or specialist healthcare contractor. Proficiency with BIM/digital tools and MS Project. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team, delivering projects that directly improve healthcare estates. Please apply to Joe - (url removed) or (phone number removed)

Healthcare Planning and Property Manager Location: Newcastle Interim or permanent Salary equivalent : £53168 - £62001 Our client is looking for a Senior professional to join their Capital Works department within a healthcare environment. The Role: Provide and manage an efficient and effective planning function for Trust funded projects, encompassing capital planning, project management and a full commissioning service. Lead role in detailed medical planning working with clinical users and the design teams to produce plans for clinical accommodation. To be a lead role in project management on behalf the Trust and organisation of the commissioning programme. Detailed medical planning of the decant and refurbishment schemes associated with new build and refurbishment projects and commissioning of these schemes. Line manager for multiple projects. Management of multiple user groups (i.e. Trust staff representatives) for the new build, decant schemes and refurbishment schemes. Responsibility for representing the Trust to external organisations i.e. PFI Company, Local Authority, Health and Safety Executive To manage the operational delivery of the Trust property management services, transactions and projects in relation to the negotiation of occupational agreements, acquisitions, disposals and in the operational implementation of the estates strategy. Managing the programmes of lease renewals, rent reviews, service charges and other leasehold time-related matters and ensuring the supporting property database is maintained, accurate and up to date. Supporting projects from business case stage to the point of acquiring premises and to provide assistance on the project management of accommodation issues. To advise colleagues and clients on property management matters, linking closely with legal advisors to ensure that the Trust minimises its exposure to risks arising from its occupation of leased accommodation, both at the time of acquisition and throughout the lifecycle of the property. Ensure that all Trust owned or occupied property is managed in order that space utilisation is maximised. Qualifications & Experience Educated to Degree level in an Estates related discipline or an equivalent level plus extensive experience (Master's level equivalent) in the planning environment related to major capital projects. Professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors or MCIOB. Extensive experience in the planning environment related to major changes in service provision and delivery of capital projects. Detailed knowledge and training of project management (Prince 2, PMP or similar) Experience of managing large and complex developments. Strong interpersonal skills. Operational management experience of a large organisation. Experience of working within a NHS environment and their legislations Desirable requirements Knowledge of Private Finance Initiative (PFI) processes Understanding of NHS structures and decision making. Comprehensive understanding of local planning. If you are interested, please can you apply immediately

Small Works Project Manager We are currently seeking a Small Works Project Manager to work in our South East region, based out of Dartford in Kent (with some travel within the Sussex and Kent regions). Working with our NHS Clients, the successful candidate will manage and successfully deliver all financial and contractual aspects of small works projects including client variations, small projects and lifecycle works to ensure they are delivered to a high standard on time and within budget. About Rydon: Rydon Maintenance provides first-class planned, responsive, lifecycle and cyclical repairs services across the NHS and our small works team support the NHS with delivering a range of projects from minor adaptations, refurbishments through to repurposing of Trust space. We combine a personal touch with outstanding technical expertise to deliver award-winning, quality facilities for local communities with a commitment from people who are passionate about what they do. Small Works Project Manager Job Purpose: As a result of internal promotion, an opportunity has arisen for an accomplished Small Works Projects Manager to join our maintenance healthcare team. Based out of Dartford with some travel across Sussex and Kent, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading a variety of negotiated works including refurbishments, maintenance, and small works on the building fabric or re-modelling across our NHS contracts. This could include for example; the changing of floor coverings or refurbishing offices to service user spaces or inpatient rooms. You will form the key point of contact between the company and the end client ensuring they receive exceptional service on all aspects of the contract. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships both with the end client, site management, and sub-contractors. The role is a full-lifecycle project management role, and key duties will include: * Understand the Client requirement and undertake a full quotation for proposed works in accordance with the contract conditions. * On larger value works, prepare in full all pricing documentation for review prior to submission. * Create and issue subcontractor orders * Manage and supervise works including preparing and updating work programs, health and safety information, placing orders, overseeing site matters, reporting to clients, collating and submitting O&M information * Attend design and site meetings as necessary to ensure that both client and tenders requirements are met in accordance with the agreed contract. * Ensure Rydon’s quality assurance standards are met and that all legal requirements are adhered to * Ensure all services are delivered in line with budgetary constraints and contractual requirements The role requires some travel across the South East (primarily Sussex and Kent) and as such, offers a great deal of autonomy for the preferred candidate. Experience Required The ideal candidate will have a demonstrable track record in project managing small works. Ideally experience would have been gained within a maintenance/refurbishment business and some previous experience of undertaking works within the NHS would be advantageous. Ideally you will demonstrate the following attributes: * A demonstrable track record in project management within a main contractor environment; * Have astute commercial and technical skills; * A methodical, systematic and logical approach; * Focus and drive to achieve targets, budgets and results; * Experience of working with the NHS (although other commercial/public buildings, as opposed to domestic, environments will also be considered such as hotels, education, retail etc). If you are searching for a varied, challenging, and rewarding role with a growing organisation, we would strongly encourage you to apply! Additional Information As a well established, progressive company we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals by offering an excellent benefits package that includes a wide range of core and voluntary benefits. Rydon is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity in employment. Successful candidates will be selected solely on their ability to carry out the duties of the post. To apply online, please use the 'apply for this job link' at the top of this page to be redirected to Rydon's dedicated careers website to complete your application