Job Summary
The Assistant Project Director role is part of the Redevelopment Team, supporting the Redevelopment Capital Delivery Director in delivering one of the most ambitious healthcare infrastructure programmes in the country.
This pivotal role helps translate the Trust’s long-term clinical and organisational objectives into high-quality, future-ready facilities.
A strong background in project management and capital planning is required, along with the ability to balance technical precision with strategic thinking.
- Employer: Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
- Job Title: Assistant Project Director
- Location: London, United Kingdom
- Salary: £99,808 to £113,803 per year
- Job Type: Full-time
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing Date: 01 October 2025
Main Duties
Support the Redevelopment Capital Delivery Director in capital planning and programme delivery
Assist with procurement and contract management to meet cost, quality, and time objectives
Collaborate with professional teams on technical assurance, town planning, and business case preparation
Coordinate with clinical, estates, and infection prevention teams to ensure operational, research, and educational needs are met
Ensure compliance with national priorities, including the New Hospitals Programme, net zero carbon commitments, and Hospital 2.0 guidelines
Build relationships across the Trust and with external partners to manage interdependencies and deliver redevelopment goals
About Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Imperial College Healthcare offers opportunities to work with leading clinicians at the forefront of patient care. The Trust values expertise, kindness, collaboration, and aspiration.
Benefits include:
Career development and flexible working options
Wellbeing and staff recognition schemes
Optional benefits: Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan, and leisure facility membership
Equal opportunities commitment, with consideration for flexible, part-time, or job-share working arrangements
Job Description
The full job description provides details of the key tasks, responsibilities, and person specification for this role. Candidates are encouraged to review the Job Description attachment provided with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential:
First degree or equivalent in a construction-related profession
Postgraduate qualification at master’s level or equivalent
Desirable:
Evidence of continuous education and training
Diploma in Project Management
Prince 2 Project Management qualification
Formal DH Project Directors accreditation
Experience
Essential:
Experience managing senior teams, operational budgets, and multiple construction/refurbishment projects
Proven track record of leading complex organisational change
Budget management experience, including pay, non-pay, and capital identification/delivery
Experience working with the Department of Health and HM Treasury
Understanding of NHS corporate governance and controls assurance requirements
Desirable:
Senior-level experience in a complex public sector organisation
Knowledge of performance management methodologies and processes
Experience using ProCure22 (P22) framework for NHS capital schemes
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential:
Strong leadership and influencing skills across internal and external boundaries
Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
Business acumen with strong commercial knowledge
Extensive experience working across health systems at or near Board level
Desirable:
Confident and positive approach to work
Values and Behaviours
Essential:
Ability to demonstrate alignment with Trust values
Additional Information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered equally.
From 6 April 2017, Skilled Worker applicants seeking UK entry clearance must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have lived in for 12 months or more over the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance is available on Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
How to Apply
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