Jobtype: Full Time Location: UK - Peterborough Category: Project Management
Interested in shaping skylines across the globe?
Multiplex is a premier construction company with a simple purpose: to construct a better future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to help deliver some of the world's most iconic projects, supported by approachable leadership and an inclusive culture that puts our people first.
You will also have access to a range of holistic benefits including:
* Discretionary annual bonus, 8% company contribution pension, 25 days annual leave + holiday buy options.
* Single private medical cover, employee assistance programme, and virtual GP service
* Competitive parental leave
* Several flexible benefits from season ticket loans, discounted gym memberships to a cycle to work scheme.
* Professional career development opportunities and a wealth of learning offerings through the Multiplex Learning Academy.
* An industry-leading approach to flexible work to enable better work-life balance.
Who we're looking for:
Our people are united by a common belief: that we can outperform in everything we do.
What is the overall job?
The Project Manager leads the planning and delivery of multiple projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. This role requires strong leadership, risk management, and commercial insight to drive performance, maintain safety and quality standards, and foster strong relationships with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
This role will be based at Peterborough City Hospital. Peterborough City Hospital is now regarded as the City's most significant building project since the cathedral was built in 1238. The healthcare campus features: a 612-bed, 22-theatre Major Acute Hospital; a 98-bed Mental Health Unit; a 39-bed City Care Centre; a multi storey car park; helicopter pad; hard and soft landscaping and highway works.
Key responsibilities will include:
* You will be responsible for developing and managing project budgets, ensuring effective cost control and value optimisation.
* You will manage contracts and procurement processes to ensure alignment with project objectives, while also providing accurate financial forecasting and reporting to support decision-making.
* You will lead and mentor project teams, fostering a collaborative and accountable working environment.
* Building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders is crucial, as is acting as a key escalation point to resolve conflicts and facilitate effective solutions.
* You will oversee the planning, design, and delivery of projects, ensuring they meet agreed timelines and quality standards, following the RIBA process. A strong emphasis will be placed on quality and safety by design, particularly in design management and subcontractor procurement.
* You will contribute to sustainability goals by aligning procurement and performance with carbon targets.
* Your role includes coordinating across all project phases, managing risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement.
* You will also ensure NHS and hospital-specific requirements (HTMs, HBNs, etc.) are met, and that all handover documentation, asset tagging, and system familiarisation are completed to the satisfaction of stakeholders, including NHS Trusts and Progress Health.
* You will act as the main point of contact for clients, managing expectations and ensuring alignment with project and business objectives. You will manage scope changes effectively and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by delivering quality outcomes on time and within budget. Additionally, you will identify opportunities for continuous improvement and added value for clients.
What do I need to be successful in this role?
You will have experience managing projects within the construction healthcare or Hard FM (Healthcare) sectors, with strong commercial awareness demonstrated through effective budget management and contract negotiation. You will possess excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills, along with in-depth knowledge of construction methodologies, regulations, and industry best practices. You will be confident making strategic decisions under pressure and proficient in project management software such as Microsoft Project and Aconex.
A note on Diversity
Diversity is about celebrating the ways we are all different and appreciating the unique qualities that every employee brings. We invite applications from people of all genders, cultures and walks of life. Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups are less like to apply for roles if they don't meet every qualification. So even if you don't match all the criteria - if you are passionate about helping to construct a better future, we'd love to hear from you.
We are committed to providing a barrier-free work environment and can support with reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our Talent Acquisition team during your conversation with them.
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