Associate Director - Healthcare projects
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Position Overview & Specifications
Calling all Project Directors!
The New Hospitals Programme (NHP) is the biggest healthcare construction programme in a generation, with the government committing to build 40 hospitals by 2030. Mace has worked alongside the NHS over the past decade, and to support new projects and our growing pipeline we are looking for Project Directors to join the healthcare team and play a fundamental part in this national programme.
Mace works with some of the biggest trusts in the country, such as Guy’s and St Thomas’ and Manchester Foundation Trust. We have an enviable market position, supporting the NHS deliver exceptional healthcare to patients across the UK and ensuring that its estates can meet patient expectations well into the future.
The NHP aims to transform the delivery of NHS healthcare infrastructure. Those involved will be at the forefront of working with hospital Trusts in expediting and developing a range of business cases, together with construction activity and realising real, pre-defined benefits.
For current or aspiring Project Directors, the healthcare sector offers great opportunities for growth and development. If you have a passion for delivery, strong programme management skills and a solutions-based mindset when managing complex projects, we want to hear from you.
We have several opportunities at various locations across the UK. Depending on location some remote working will be required.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Construction
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Associate Director - Healthcare projects roles across Mace's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Construction.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,948 - £30,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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