Employer: Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Job Title: Project Manager
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £48,527 to £55,532 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 10 December 2025
Job Summary
In support of the development of clinical services the Betsi Cadwaladr Health Board (BCUHB) have established an extensive capital programme amounting to £10 to £20million a year, split between All-Wales and discretionary capital, for the development of a range of new and refurbished facilities.
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is now seeking to strengthen the in-house construction project management team to oversee the delivery of the capital expenditure programme.
Working within an area team (based in Wrexham) you will manage a number of capital construction projects, from inception to completion, to ensure they are successful in facilitating the development of services on behalf of the population of north Wales.
The role involves working with principal contractors, site operatives, Supervisors/Clerk of Works and construction related specialist consultants.
The role includes responsibility for the management and control of contracts, delegated project budgets and the issue of contract certificates and claims.
Main Duties of the Job
Support the Head of Capital in the day to day management and development of the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board’s (UHB) Capital Assets, providing in-house project management and supervision of capital schemes.
Ensure delegated capital projects are delivered in accordance with the UHB’s policies and procedures and meet the defined project deliverables in relation to cost, time and quality.
Responsible for safe, efficient and economical design, the management of delegated multi stranded capital projects (concurrently) from inception to completion, the preparation and presentation of feasibility studies, the undertaking of all contract administration duties, and site supervision for UHB capital schemes.
Responsible for preparing proposals for agreement, project plans and ensuring all schemes are designed in accordance with national and statutory requirements.
Support the commissioning process for schemes.
Manage supervisors, contractors, professional construction consultants and outside agencies in the execution of works.
Provide specialist estates project advice to Directors, senior managers, other Estates staff and external contractors.
Responsible for maintaining and providing all record drawings and maintenance manuals for all UHB properties, for maintaining all technical and legislative information relating to Estates construction and design matters, as required.
About Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales has all the right ingredients.
The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000 across North Wales.
Join the team and get the support you need, in line with the Organisational Values and “Proud to Lead” competence framework.
Enjoy working with engaged leadership at all levels. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is committed to promoting equality and diversity and welcomes applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email used on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job Description – Responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description document for full details, including:
Participate in the delivery of delegated capital projects within the UHBs Estate Development, in accordance with NHS guidelines.
Provide effective project management to ensure that schemes are delivered to the required specification within agreed cost and time limits.
Ensure compliance with national and local requirements, regulations, policies and guidance (e.g. NHS Wales Infrastructure Investment Guidance, BCUHB Procedure Manual, health and safety at work legislation, local authority by-laws).
Responsible for formulating the project brief, selecting and appointing professional Construction Consultant Practices, and monitoring fee accounts in accordance with Standing Orders (S.O.s) and Standing Financial Instructions (S.F.I.s).
Project lead and chair meetings related to projects, including Project Progress meetings and Commissioning Team meetings.
Liaise with Users to obtain project briefs, provide technical support, prepare costed option appraisals for Business Cases, and formulate technical room data sheets.
Contribute to business case preparation to support the Estate Strategy.
Liaise with UHB Departments to formulate scheme designs.
Ensure efficient delivery of all projects within delegated budget, on time and to required quality standard.
Manage and control contractual issues, project budgets, payment certificates, and settlement of claims.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential:
Degree in construction discipline or approved equivalent qualification/experience.
Sufficient postgraduate work leading towards Corporate membership of a recognised professional institute.
Desirable:
Masters degree.
Membership of appropriate professional body (Chartered registration).
Evidence of continuing professional development.
Experience
Essential:
Extensive proven experience of managing capital projects or other approved construction-related environment.
Proven ability in delivering large capital schemes to time, within budget and to user satisfaction.
Desirable:
Experience in the design and specialised construction of hospital premises.
Skills
Essential:
Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Strong analytical, problem solving and negotiation skills.
Competent use of IT and relevant software.
Understanding of statutory responsibilities.
Conversant with use of site survey equipment for topographical and level surveys.
Desirable:
Presentation skills.
Knowledge
Essential:
Formal training associated with the construction industry or approved environment.
Knowledge of building regulations, planning constraints, codes of practice, and contractual requirements.
Desirable:
Knowledge of HTMs, HBNs, ESTATECODE etc.
Personal Qualities
Essential:
Ability to create good working relationships, professional and confident approach, motivated and friendly.
Able to prioritise workloads and deliver under pressure.
Ability to challenge data and make decisions.
Desirable:
Able to communicate through the medium of Welsh.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service for checking previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered.
Applicants may need to present criminal record certificates for countries resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
How to Apply
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