We are seeking a proactive and experienced Site Based Construction Project Manager to lead the delivery of multiple NHS healthcare new build schemes in the High Wycombe area for a leading healthcare provider. This is long term ongoing contract.

This is a key on-site leadership role focused on maintaining programme delivery, budget control, stakeholder engagement, and clinical compliance, all while nurturing a positive team culture and collaborative approach to healthcare construction.

You will act as the main point of contact on-site for NHS Trust clients, consultants, and internal delivery teams, ensuring safe, high-quality, and efficient execution of projects in line with NHS standards and company protocols.

Key Responsibilities

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

Manage site operations, workforce coordination, and logistics.
Update R-Drive site diary and resource whiteboard.
Issue daily Project Manager and DABS reports.
Maintain proactive communication with the client’s site team.

Weekly

Prepare and present a 4-week look-ahead programme.
Lead Internal Progress Meetings and update the Key Action Tracker.
Issue weekly progress reports to the Project Leader and monthly summaries for the client.
Conduct foreman/manager coordination meetings, documenting actions and responsibilities.
Record and manage any delays, variations, or non-conformance items.

Technical Requirements

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.

Desirable:

Based locally in the Buckinghamshire region.
Experience on P22, P23, or similar NHS capital delivery frameworks.
Familiarity with offsite construction or modular healthcare builds.
Professional certifications: SMSTS, CSCS (Black Card), First Aid.
Professional membership (e.g., MCIOB, MAPM, RICS).
Previous delivery experience in the Oxfordshire/Buckinghamshire NHS Trust region.
Basic proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and Bluebeam software.

What We Offer:

The opportunity to deliver meaningful, community-impactful NHS projects.
A supportive, forward-thinking environment focused on team well-being and development.
Structured career progression with opportunities for promotion to Senior Project Manager / Project Lead.

Job Types: Full-time, Freelance

Pay: £400.00-£450.00 per day

Experience:

NHS project delivery: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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