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You’ll play a key role in translating operational requirements and technical asset information into robust project documentation, specifications and delivery plans that support safe, resilient healthcare environments.\nWorking closely with clinical teams, estates colleagues, technical specialists and contractors, you’ll ensure projects are delivered with a clear audit trail, strong governance and full compliance with CDM2015, statutory duties, Serco requirements and relevant healthcare engineering standards.\nWhat you’ll do as a Hard FM Project Manager\nYou’ll be entrusted to:\nManage multiple Hard FM projects and small programmes, ensuring delivery within agreed budgets, timescales, quality standards and governance requirements.\nDevelop clear service user briefs, feasibility reports, business cases, project initiation documents and approval papers that support informed decision-making.\nInterpret mechanical, electrical and water systems information, including surveys, asset condition data, technical reports, drawings, compliance records and specialist recommendations.\nBuild detailed technical scopes, specifications, schedules of work and tender documentation that accurately define the required outcome, standards, constraints and acceptance criteria.\nEnsure all projects are planned and delivered in accordance with CDM2015 legislation, including appropriate consideration of client duties, designer and contractor responsibilities, pre-construction information, construction phase plans, RAMS and health and safety files.\nMaintain robust project documentation, version control, approvals, decisions, change records and audit trails throughout the project lifecycle.\nCo-ordinate architects, consultants, engineers, ICT specialists, Authorised Persons, contractors and other professionals to ensure technical, operational and compliance requirements are met.\nOversee contractor submissions, qualifications, permits, RAMS, commissioning records and handover information, ensuring safe systems of work and appropriate evidence of compliance.\nManage stakeholder relationships with clinical and non-clinical colleagues, customer representatives, contractors, suppliers and internal Serco teams.\nSupport commissioning, handover, training and post-contract activities, ensuring completed works are accepted by user departments and internal support teams.\nPrepare project reports, cost updates, risk information and programme updates for project boards, programme reviews and governance meetings.\nWork collaboratively with Serco colleagues across Fire, Energy, ICT, Procurement, Health and Safety, Estates and operational teams to resolve issues and maintain project momentum.\nDoes this sound like you?\nYou’ll be a great fit for this role if you have:\nProven experience delivering Hard FM, estates, lifecycle or capital projects in a technically regulated environment, ideally within healthcare, hospitals, PFI/PPP or critical infrastructure.\nStrong working knowledge of CDM2015 legislation and the ability to apply it practically across project planning, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover.\nExperience producing and controlling project documentation, including scopes, specifications, tender packs, approvals, reports, risk registers, change records, handover packs and audit evidence.\nThe ability to review, interpret and challenge technical information relating to mechanical systems, water safety and electrical infrastructure, drawing on specialist support where required.\nConfidence in developing detailed technical specifications and scopes of work that are clear, commercially robust and suitable for procurement and contractor delivery.\nGood understanding of statutory and non-statutory compliance requirements relevant to Hard FM services, healthcare estates and safe project delivery.\nExperience managing budgets, programmes, contractors, risks, stakeholders and contract administration activities.\nStrong communication, planning and organisational skills, with the ability to engage confidently with technical specialists, operational teams and senior stakeholders.\nExperience using CAFM systems, Microsoft Office tools and project reporting systems to maintain accurate records and support governance.\nA relevant technical, construction, engineering, project management or facilities management qualification, or equivalent experience supported by continued professional development.\nVetting and checks:\nA Standard DBS check will be carried out for this position. This includes spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and warnings as permitted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. An Occupational Health Questionnaire will also be completed so we can ensure you have the necessary support to perform your duties.\nDiscover all you need to keep growing\nWe’re one of the top 1% of international employers, so you can have confidence you’ll be part of a highly supportive culture with leaders you can count on to help you achieve your goals. From mentoring and training to our focus on internal progression, we’re proud to offer clear development opportunities - and the support and tools to help you seize them.\n\nWhat we offer\n25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (and the option to buy up to five additional leave days each year) \nUp to 6% contributory pension scheme \nOver 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships (we currently offer over 60 different apprenticeships), mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression. \nEmployee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service \nDiscounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel \nPaid volunteering day, tax-free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, donate your pennies from your monthly pay to the Serco People Fund Charity \nOur employee networks support connection by providing spaces for collaboration, learning, and belonging. They represent and empower all our colleagues including veterans, LGBTQIA+ employees, women, parents and carers, people with disabilities, and people from all cultural backgrounds. \nLet’s impact a better future, together. Apply today.\nA little bit about us:\nAt Serco, everyone plays a vital part in delivering essential public services that make a real difference. As a global team of 50,000 people across Defence, Transport, Justice, Immigration, Healthcare, Leisure and Citizen Services, we’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the services that communities rely on. Guided by our values of Trust, Care, Innovation and Pride, our people make meaningful impact, every single day.\nOur inclusive recruitment commitment:\nWe prioritise your skills and potential. As a Disability Confident Leader, the Top Great British Employer of Veterans 2026, and a Gold Inclusive Employer Standard holder, we champion equal opportunities for all. We offer flexible and hybrid working where possible and make reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment.\nGuaranteed Interview Scheme: Applicants with disabilities, veterans and people with convictions, who meet the minimum job criteria, are guaranteed an interview. Simply opt into the relevant scheme on the application form.\n Ban The Box: We also support fair access for those with unspent criminal convictions through our ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some roles may have security exemptions).\nFor support with your application, please contact .\nLet’s impact a better future, together. 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