Senior Project Manager – New Hospital Programme (NHP)
Location: South / East Region, UK
Working Arrangement: Hybrid – Home‑based, London‑based and Site‑based
Project: New Hospital Development (NHP)
Overview
Arcavia Consulting is working in partnership with one of the New Hospital Programme (NHP) construction partners to appoint an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major new hospital project.
The successful candidate will take a pivotal role in the leadership and delivery of a complex, highly regulated healthcare facility, working closely with the client, clinical stakeholders and the wider supply chain.
Please note: the specific hospital location will be formally confirmed in the coming weeks as the programme progresses.
Role & Responsibilities
The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the successful end‑to‑end delivery of the project, including but not limited to:
- Part of the project leadership of a major UK healthcare / hospital construction project
- Acting as a key interface between client, clinicians, contractors, consultants and programme stakeholders
- Managing programme, cost, quality, risk, safety and compliance across all project stages
- Providing strong on‑site and off‑site leadership through design, construction, commissioning and handover
- Ensuring full compliance with NHS standards, HTMs, HBNs, statutory regulations and best practice
- Coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing third‑party consultants and contractors
- Proactively identifying and mitigating project risks and delivery challenges
- Reporting progress, risks and performance to senior stakeholders and programme boards
Working Model
The role will operate under a hybrid working arrangement, including:
- Home‑based working
- Regular time in London for programme and client interface activities
- Site‑based presence once the hospital location is formally confirmed
- Specific requirements with vary during project stage, client and employer requirements and the location of the project.
Candidate Requirements
Candidates must be able to demonstrate:
Essential
- A proven track record of delivering UK‑based healthcare or hospital projects
- Experience working for, or directly alongside, main contractors or major construction partners
- Strong understanding of complex clinical environments and regulated projects
- Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder‑management capabilities
- Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and senior client relationships
- Ability to operate effectively within public‑sector and NHS governance frameworks
Desirable
- Experience on NHP or other major public‑sector healthcare programmes
- Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. MCIOB, MAPM, RICS or equivalent)
Why Apply
- Opportunity
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