VO Project Manager in Birmingham

Equans is looking for an experienced Project Manager‑Variations to join our team at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham on a permanent basis. This is a full‑time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Take full accountability for the delivery of variations projects across the PFI site, managing the P&L and H&S from concept to completion.
• Conduct detailed discussions with Trust, end‑users and plan projects to ensure successful execution.
• Translate project scope, specifications, design drawings and tender documents into compliant deliverables, adhering to CDM and Health & Safety regulations.
• Manage snagging, defects and close‑out within specified timescales.
• Supervise contractors, liaise with clients and other company departments, ensuring high workmanship and safety standards.
• Monitor contractor performance, consult closely with Technical Services and Estates Maintenance Managers to measure and improve outcomes.
• Support the wider Project, Life Cycle and operational teams to keep all work on time and to budget.
• Provide margin optimisation, risk identification and mitigation, and maintain project plans from inception to completion.
• Oversee administration and financial performance, and communicate with Lead PM on budget vs. target.
• Lead teams in coordinating operatives and suppliers, aiming for efficiency and cost minimisation.
• Implement Equans policies, legal requirements and best practice, conducting regular safety inspections.

Qualifications

• Proven background in FM, maintenance delivery, and the PFI environment.
• Strong project management experience in Healthcare, delivering projects in a live environment.
• Commercial awareness to manage and flow supplier contracts downstream.
• Knowledge of local authority legislation, planning applications, fire and building regulations approvals.
• High verbal, written and numeric skills, computer literacy, proficiency in spreadsheet packages and project management systems.
• Able to work with all stakeholders, be self‑motivated, initiate, liaise and delegate effectively.
• Sufficient knowledge of building and engineering services design, British Standards, Health and Safety at Work Act, CDM Regulations and other statutory requirements.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project) and knowledge of Equans finance software (Coupa).
• HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in a building or engineering discipline.
• Experience operating in public or private sector, managing small works within a large complex estate.
• Ability to pass a DBS Basic check (essential).

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training and personalised support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to employee networks: AccessAbility, Encompass, RISE, Women To Together, Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Equal Employment Opportunity

As part of our commitment to reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers and stakeholders.

Additional Information

This role requires a DBS Basic check; the ability to pass is essential.