At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead healthcare construction projects and manage a dynamic team.
- Company: Join RLB, a forward-thinking company with a focus on trust and collaboration.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive salary, generous holidays, and wellness perks.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values your unique perspective and growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare while developing your career in project management.
- Qualifications: Degree in a relevant field and professional accreditation preferred.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Senior Associate Project Manager – RLB
Department
Project Management
Location
London (Hybrid Working)
Title
Senior Associate Project Manager
Seniority
Associate / Senior Associate
Sector
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Discipline
Project Management
Why RLB?
At RLB we live by four simple ideas: Truth, Trust, Together, Tomorrow.
We value your skills, talents, and unique perspectives, creating a place where people make progress.
We invest in inclusive culture, flexible working, and employee wellbeing, offering tailored training, mentoring, and reverse‑mentoring schemes.
Role Overview
Our Project Management Team delivers medium to large‑scale capital construction projects in the healthcare and life sciences sectors.
You will lead the delivery of projects, manage the RLB Healthcare team, engage stakeholders, and secure new work through bidding.
You will support clients in defining and overseeing projects, building strong relationships, and improving our growing healthcare business.
- Role Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of healthcare construction projects from inception to completion.
- Work to structured and recognised project management processes using company management systems.
- Monitor and report progress and outcomes using appropriate metrics and indicators.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to quality standards.
- Oversee tender processes and contract administration, including NEC contracts.
- Identify and manage risks, opportunities and project performance.
- Lead the project or programme team, delegate tasks and ensure clear roles and responsibilities.
- Manage multi‑disciplinary teams and coordinate design, procurement and construction phases.
- Act as the main point of contact for clients and as a central interface for Account Management roles.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships and maintain associated CRM internally.
- Foster and grow collaboration with contractors, consultants and stakeholders.
- Mentor and support junior team members.
- Manage resourcing to achieve target margin and support delivery of client projects.
- Promote a high‑performance and collaborative team environment.
- Support professional development and chartership (APM, RICS, CIOB).
- Monitor fee management and support the team to achieve financial targets.
- Lead bid preparation and fee proposals.
- Contribute to business development and sector growth.
- Represent the company at industry events.
- Candidate Profile – Qualifications
- Degree‑qualified in a relevant discipline.
- Professional accreditation (or working towards) such as RICS, CIOB or APM.
- Candidate Profile – Experience
- Demonstrable experience delivering healthcare, life sciences or NHS projects from conception to completion.
- Strong knowledge of construction project delivery and contract administration (NEC & JCT preferred).
- Consultancy or client‑side experience.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.
- Experience of winning and developing client accounts.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, written and verbal.
- Excellent customer service and external interface skills.
- Scheduling experience in Asta Powerproject, MS Project or similar.
- Experience of business case drafting (OBC, FBC) aligning with HM Treasury Green Book principles and the Five Case Model – preferred.
- Track record of working with teams and managing projects by prioritising workloads and delivering to deadlines.
- Key account management and business development skills.
- Demonstrable leadership skills.
- RLB Employee Benefits
Hybrid Working, competitive maternity and paternity packages, a competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement, gym membership, cycle‑to‑work scheme, private healthcare insurance, dental and eyecare vouchers, continuous learning and development programme, season ticket loan, professional membership subscriptions, and opportunities for social responsibility activities.
Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment
We believe in building a diverse and inclusive environment where each person can be themselves, feel valued and be supported to reach their full potential.
We are committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@uk. rlb. com.
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RLB is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. With a commitment to hybrid working, competitive benefits, and opportunities for continuous learning, employees can thrive while contributing to impactful infrastructure projects in the vibrant locations of Birmingham and Bedford. The company's focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.
