About The Role
GRAHAM is recruiting an experienced Project Manager to support a major new contract with Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT). The role focuses on delivering building, mechanical, electrical, and small‑works projects across a live healthcare estate. As one of the UK’s leading Total FM providers, GRAHAM continues to grow and invests heavily in employee development.
This position requires practical project management experience within the built environment, specifically in Facilities Management, Construction, or Building Services. The successful candidate will manage capital and lifecycle works from early planning through to handover, ensuring smooth coordination across M&E, building fabric, contractors, engineers, and client teams. This partnership with MFT strengthens GRAHAM’s presence in the North West and reflects shared values and a commitment to delivering high‑quality, impactful projects.
Benefits: Up to 36 paid annual leave, Excellent Company Pension, Free Life Assurance–6 times annual salary, Training and Development days, Discounted Private Health Care Scheme, Discounted Gym Membership and BUPA Health Assessments Location: North Manchester General Hospital
Hours Per Week: Monday - Friday, 39 Hours
Job Type: Permanent / Full Time The Project Manager will: •Undertake the management of all site staff
•Drive planning of project
•Tender on projects from inception to completion
•Manage and control all project resources
•Be responsible for the overall management of the project
•Ensure all Company Procedures are being complied with
•Ensure all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Management Procedures are followed
•Be responsible for achieving high standards of quality and workmanship on site
•Ensure that all aspects of the project are effectively monitored and controlled
•Deliver project within programme and budget
•Ensure adherence to site specific project protocol and procedures
•Manage and monitor subcontractors
•Communicate effectively with the project management team
•Liaise with client and designers
•Attend and chair regular project progress meetings and compile progress reports for presentation to the Client
•Attend and chair regular sub-contractor meetings as required
•Compile and distribute project meeting minutes
•Maintain contractual records of all project related matters
•Attend and provide input on regular contract meetings with the Client
•Introduce improvements and innovations where appropriate
•Control contract costs
•Positively promote the company wherever and whenever possible
•Compile and submit O&M manuals upon project completion This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the job title and the range of duties to be undertaken. It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.
About You
Essential Criteria
1. Demonstrate previous experience in a Project Management role.
2. Experience in a healthcare setting
3. Demonstrate strong communication and management skills.
4. Demonstrate knowledge in construction design management (CDM)
5. Experience in tendering on new projects form inception through to completion.
6. Experience in the delivery of commercial projects up to a value of £1mil
7. Ability to manage and deliver numerous concurrent projects of varying financial values and scope
8. Knowledge / understanding of NEC 4 contracts (preferable)
9. Ability to plan and programme projects using MS Project
10. Excellent IT skills I.E Microsoft Office
11. Excellent presentation skills
Desirable Criteria
12. NVQ Level 7 Construction Management
13. Knowledge of building regulations
14. Ability to manage time and workload
15. CSCS black manager’s card
16. SMSTS certificate
17. MCIOB