CONFIDENTIAL PROJECT SPECIFICATION ROLE: SITE-BASED PROJECT MANAGER (HEALTHCARE CONSTRUCTION – BIRMINGHAM) Contract Type: Freelance (2 positions available) Project Value: £8 million Contract Commencement: January 2026 Project Duration: Approx. 18–24 months About the Company A privately owned construction and engineering organisation specialising in Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) for complex healthcare environments. The company is recognised for delivering high-performance hospital and clinical infrastructure across the UK. This Birmingham-based project will involve the design and construction of a modular healthcare facility within an operational hospital site. The project will demand meticulous coordination, stringent compliance with HTM/HBN standards, and strong stakeholder management within live NHS environments. Role Overview Two experienced Site-Based Project Managers are required to oversee the on-site delivery of this £8 million healthcare scheme in Birmingham. Reporting to the Project Leader, each Project Manager will assume full site-level responsibility for planning, coordination, quality assurance, health and safety, and commercial oversight during the build phase. This role requires exceptional leadership, technical understanding of modular or fast-track healthcare builds, and the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams within tight programme parameters. Key Responsibilities Project Management & Delivery * Lead day-to-day site operations ensuring full compliance with programme, design, and specification requirements. * Manage the coordination of modular installation, M&E integration, commissioning, and interface with existing hospital systems. * Oversee subcontractor management, sequencing, and performance to ensure alignment with the master programme. * Deliver to cost, quality, and time objectives in accordance with NEC or JCT contract conditions. * Implement and maintain Asta Powerproject programmes, producing regular updates and look-ahead schedules. Quality, Compliance & Safety * Ensure all works meet healthcare technical standards including HTM (Health Technical Memoranda) and HBN (Health Building Notes) compliance. * Conduct quality audits, ITP reviews, and ensure all inspection records are accurately maintained. * Lead daily and weekly health & safety briefings, ensuring full compliance with CDM Regulations and site-specific safety plans. * Maintain rigorous environmental and infection prevention controls throughout construction. Client & Stakeholder Liaison * Act as principal site contact for the client, NHS Trust representatives, Clerk of Works, and Building Control. * Manage design change requests, technical queries, and value engineering discussions. * Attend and chair regular progress, coordination, and risk review meetings, providing detailed reporting on progress, risks, and mitigations. Digital & Reporting Systems * Utilise company systems and software including R-Drive, Multivista, M-Site, 4P, and Asta Powerproject to maintain transparent reporting and accurate records. * Produce weekly and monthly project reports detailing progress, productivity, cost updates, and key risks. * Maintain digital site diaries and real-time labour/resource tracking. Daily & Weekly Deliverables Daily * Manage site operations, workforce coordination, and logistics. * Update R-Drive site diary and resource whiteboard. * Issue daily Project Manager and DABS reports. * Maintain proactive communication with the client’s site team. Weekly * Prepare and present a 4-week look-ahead programme. * Lead Internal Progress Meetings and update the Key Action Tracker. * Issue weekly progress reports to the Project Leader and monthly summaries for the client. * Conduct foreman/manager coordination meetings, documenting actions and responsibilities. * Record and manage any delays, variations, or non-conformance items. Technical Requirements * Proven experience managing healthcare or hospital construction projects of £5M value. * Strong technical understanding of modular construction methodologies and healthcare MEP systems. * Proficiency in Asta Powerproject, MS Project, and digital document management systems. * Sound knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 or JCT D&B contract administration. * Ability to interpret complex construction drawings, specifications, and BIM models. * Strong leadership, communication, and client-facing capability