Construction Project Manager UK

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the growing Neko Health team as our Project Manager for the UK and EU markets. In this crucial role, you will play a key role in enabling Neko Health’s expansion strategy by delivering high-quality, compliant, and member-centric healthcare environments. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of healthcare delivery by ensuring best-in-class project management practices. The role requires someone with strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage construction projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Develop and implement project schedules, cost estimates, and quality reports, while effectively managing resources and risks.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, identify risks to project cost performance and program, and guide the appointed contractors accordingly.
• Cater for design excellence by working closely with the Locations Design Manager and ensuring informed decisions that will lead to timely procurement and execution.
• Oversee the administration of construction contracts to ensure compliance and quality.
• Ensure health and safety compliance on all construction sites in line with local regulations.
• Track and report on project KPIs including cost, schedule, and quality metrics.
• Assess the technical and statutory feasibility of physical assets for new healthcare facilities in the UK and EU markets.
• Appoint and manage consultants to support with technical due diligence.
• Identify and communicate technical risks that may affect leasing terms, budget, or project timelines, such as statutory permits or landlord approvals.
• Manage the tendering process for selecting vendors and general contractors.
• Collaborate with in-house and external design teams to ensure project requirements are met.
• Ensure cost-effective solutions while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Manage the closeout process and hand over completed projects to the clinical operations team.
• Work closely with the real estate brokers, the central operations team, and the design team to align project management with business objectives.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including risk registers, change logs, and stakeholder reports.
• Support post-occupancy evaluations to gather feedback and inform future projects.

Requirements

• Proven experience in construction project management, engineering, or architecture, preferably in healthcare, retail, or a related industry.
• Experience in a rapidly growing organisation, and the importance of vendor management and relationship management.
• Strong understanding of interior fit-out design, construction methodologies, and regulatory frameworks across the UK and EU.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Experience working with cross-border teams and managing projects across multiple jurisdictions.
• Experience with project management software and data-driven reporting tools.
• High adaptability and ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Familiarity with sustainability standards (e.g., BREEAM, LEED) is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; German language skills will be a plus.

This position will be based in London and will require some travel. We offer a dynamic work environment with a high degree of autonomy and opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery, we’d love to hear from you!