At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead major healthcare construction projects from pre-construction to delivery in Salisbury.
- Company: Join a leading Tier 1 main contractor with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to shape impactful projects.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Make a difference in healthcare by managing complex construction projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in large construction projects and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the pre-construction and delivery of a major new-build healthcare development in Salisbury on behalf of a leading Tier 1 main contractor.
Joining the project during the pre-construction phase, you will shape the delivery strategy, coordinate the design process and build strong relationships with the client and wider project stakeholders before taking overall responsibility for full site delivery.
The successful candidate will offer a proven track record of managing large, technically complex construction projects for a UK main contractor, demonstrating strong leadership, client-facing presence and commercial control.
Key Responsibilities Lead the project through pre-construction and subsequent on-site delivery.
Develop and maintain the overall project delivery strategy.
Establish a clear management structure and allocate responsibilities across the site team.
Lead, support and develop team members through effective management, coaching and training.
Manage the design process, providing clear direction to the Design Manager and consultant team.
Produce and monitor information-required schedules.
Ensure materials, plant and subcontract packages are procured in line with the construction programme.
Monitor progress against programme and chair regular project and subcontractor meetings.
Maintain the highest standards of health, safety, environmental compliance and construction quality.
Undertake regular site inspections and ensure any issues are addressed promptly.
Take ownership of project finances in collaboration with the commercial team, completing and presenting monthly CVRs.
Chair client meetings and provide accurate progress reports to senior management.
Identify and mitigate potential contractual disputes, claims, design issues and defects.
Manage relationships with the client, healthcare end users, consultants, subcontractors and wider stakeholders.
Ensure all project documentation, systems and internal procedures are complete and maintained.
Candidate Requirements Demonstrable experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager on major construction schemes (£30m+).
Strong background working with a Tier 1 or large Tier 2 UK main contractor.
Proven track record delivering large new-build schemes from pre-construction through to practical completion.
Experience delivering healthcare sector developments is highly advantageous.
Robust knowledge of construction programming, design management, procurement and monthly CVR reporting.
Thorough understanding of UK health and safety legislation and site operational management.
Strong understanding of BIM workflows and their practical application on site.
Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder-facing skills.
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