Property Development Manager

Barchester Healthcare is looking for a proactive and detail-driven Property Development Manager to lead the delivery of our development projects ensuring every scheme is completed on time, within budget, and to an exceptional standard. You'll shape specifications, budgets, and programmes, while building strong relationships with external partners to drive successful outcomes across our estate.

Need to do:
Deliver key elements of the annual development plan, including extensions, WOW projects, refurbishments, and asset improvements

Select the most effective project delivery methods to ensure programmes are completed efficiently and cost-effectively

Manage project submissions through to senior leadership, including the Senior Property Development Manager and Property Services Director

Maintain high standards and meticulous attention to detail at every stage of the project lifecycle

Take full ownership of project delivery, managing third-party resources and ensuring accountability

Partner with cross-functional teams to streamline processes across property development and design

Act as the escalation point for framework consultants, contractors, and suppliers

Work closely with framework providers, consultants, and contractors to drive consistency and standardisation in project specifications

Contribute to continuous improvement across internal and external teams

Provide clear, timely reporting to support divisional development committees and Board approvals

Demonstrate progress and compliance throughout each project's development journey

Lead the management of new-build projects when required

Requirements:

Proven experience delivering extensions and refurbishments across a multi-site portfolio, on time and on budget

Strong background working with contractors and property consultants, ideally within the care or health sector

Commercially astute, confident using financial data, and skilled in negotiating and influencing external partners

Able to lead and manage external teams to deliver projects that meet business needs

Knowledge of healthcare building regulations, estates management, and build contracts (JCT, NEC3), plus relevant statutory requirements

REWARDS PACKAGE:
Access to a range of retail and leisure discounts
Access to a range of wellbeing support and Best Doctors Service
Opportunity to develop within a hugely supportive team

Barchester have proudly been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK.

If you are looking to develop a career with an employer that is supportive and offers progression opportunities, Barchester is an empowering and rewarding place to be.