Senior Project Manager – Capital Projects
The Senior Project Manager is a key member of the Capital Projects team, responsible for leading the planning, management and delivery of a complex portfolio of capital schemes across the Trust's estate. This includes RAAC mitigation, backlog maintenance, statutory compliance works, infrastructure upgrades, refurbishments and redevelopment projects that support safe, modern and sustainable healthcare environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage projects through the full lifecycle from feasibility and business case development, through procurement, construction, commissioning and handover.
* Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and in line with NHS standards, statutory requirements and Trust governance.
* Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage consultants and contractors, and oversee procurement and contract administration.
* Maintain robust governance and assurance, preparing and presenting risk registers, programmes, financial updates and high quality reports to Programme Boards, senior leadership, NHS England and regulators.
* Actively manage risks and issues, escalating where required and ensuring mitigations are implemented effectively.
* Oversee project budgets and forecasts, change control, compliance with Standing Financial Instructions, CDM Regulations, Building Regulations, relevant HTMs and HBNs, and conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned.
* Support the development of the Trust's longer‑term estates and capital strategy, contribute to business case development for major investments and represent the Trust at internal and external meetings.
Qualifications & Experience
* Strong capital or estates delivery experience, preferably within a healthcare setting.
* Proven track record managing complex, high‑risk projects through all stages of the project lifecycle.
* Commercial awareness and experience of value‑for‑money procurement and contract management.
* Experience in reporting to senior leaders, programme boards and external stakeholders.
* Knowledge of NHS standards, statutory regulations, and relevant professional guidance (HTM, HBN, etc.).
Skills & Attributes
* Strong leadership, judgement and decision‑making skills.
* Effective risk and financial management.
* Clear communication and stakeholder engagement.
* Ability to work with minimal disruption to patient services and balance technical, financial and operational risks.
Employer Information
We are committed to supporting colleagues through organisational change. Priority will be given to staff at risk within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care Board.
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