Senior Project Manager – Construction (Hampshire) Full Time NEW

About the departmentThe Capital Projects and Property function sits at the heart of Welbeck Health Partners’ ambition to deliver exceptional, consultant‑led healthcare environments. The team plays a critical role in shaping safe, compliant, and high‑performing clinical facilities that support outstanding patient care, operational efficiency, and long‑term sustainability.Working closely with clinicians, operational leaders, external consultants, and construction partners, the department ensures projects are delivered with precision, professionalism, and a strong focus on quality and governance. Collaboration, accountability, and attention to detail underpin everything we do.About the roleAs Senior Project Manager (Construction), you will play a key role in delivering a new build, high‑specification private healthcare facility valued at up to £60m. You will hold full responsibility for the project lifecycle, from pre‑construction through to commissioning and handover, ensuring delivery is safe, timely, cost‑effective, and aligned with the exacting standards expected within a modern healthcare environment.Working as a senior leader within a multidisciplinary team, you will coordinate consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders, managing complex technical, regulatory, and operational requirements. You will act as a trusted partner to clinical and operational colleagues, ensuring facilities are designed and delivered with patient experience, safety, and clinical effectiveness at the forefront.This role is ideal for an experienced project leader who thrives in complex, regulated environments, brings strong commercial and technical expertise, and takes pride in delivering high‑quality outcomes that make a tangible difference to patient care.Key responsibilitiesLead the end‑to‑end delivery of a major healthcare construction project from inception to completionDevelop, manage, and maintain the master programme using Asta PowerprojectDrive performance across design, procurement, and construction phases to meet agreed quality, cost, and time objectivesAct as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory bodiesBuild and maintain effective working relationships with healthcare operators, clinicians, and end usersChair project meetings and provide clear, accurate reporting to senior stakeholdersOversee project budgets, forecasting, and cost control for projects up to £60mManage procurement strategies, contractor appointments, variations, and value engineering opportunitiesCoordinate design development, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards (including HTM and HBN)Ensure successful integration of complex MEP systems and medical equipmentIdentify, assess, and mitigate project risks, maintaining robust governance and assurance processesOversee main contractor performance on site, ensuring adherence to programme, quality, and safety standardsLead commissioning, testing, handover, and post‑completion activitiesFor a copy of the full Job Description click hereAbout youYou are a highly experienced construction project manager with a proven track record of delivering large‑scale, complex projects, ideally within healthcare, life sciences, or similarly regulated environments. You bring strong leadership capability, commercial awareness, and a calm, structured approach to managing complexity and risk.You communicate clearly and confidently with a wide range of stakeholders, building trust and collaboration at all levels. Organised, detail‑focused, and solutions‑driven, you take pride in maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and compliance while balancing competing priorities.You will also demonstrate:Experience delivering construction projects valued £30m–£100m+Strong knowledge of UK construction processes and contract forms (JCT, NEC)Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related disciplineProfessional membership (e.g. RICS, CIOB, APM) preferredSMSTS or equivalent health & safety certificationStrong IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Asta Powerproject, and digital HSEQ systemsAbout UsFor More Information About Welbeck Please Click HereRecruitment ProcessFor this role, there will potentially be four stages;Stage 1 – Shortlisting (based on your application)Stage 2 – Screening CallsStage 3 – interviewWe aim to complete these as soon as possible after the closing date for applications.Using AIAI tools can be helpful when you’re preparing documents or refining how you present your experience. What matters is that anything you share with us, from your application to your interview, reflects your own skills, experience and judgement. We want to understand the real you, so please use AI responsibly and avoid submitting information that is inaccurate, exaggerated or inauthentic.Equality, Diversity & InclusionAt Welbeck, we believe exceptional care starts with inclusive teams. We are committed to creating a workplace where difference is valued and excellence is expected; where people feel respected, and everyone is supported to do their very best. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and appoint on merit, recognising that diverse perspectives strengthen clinical quality, leadership, operational delivery and patient care.Welbeck is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of patients and expects all staff to share this commitment. 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