Cliftons Projects have been appointed to provide Project Management services for the Standby Generator Capital Works at the Dorset County Hospital site in Dorchester. The scheme comprises the installation of two new LV backup generators, together with associated building works, enabling activities, surveys, and systems integration, all delivered within a live and operational hospital environment.
Our Role
Cliftons Projects are providing Capital Works Project Management services, leading and coordinating the project through RIBA Stages 5 to 6. Our remit includes:
Overseeing the installation, commissioning, and integration of new standby generators and associated infrastructure
Coordinating enabling works and ensuring alignment with concurrent New Hospital Programme activities
Managing key interfaces between the Trust’s Estates team, Principal Supply Chain Partner, design consultants, and specialist contractors
Ensuring full compliance with HTM standards, technical specifications, and Trust governance processes
Maintaining operational continuity and safety throughout the construction period
Providing proactive risk, cost, and change management to protect the programme and budget
Through weekly site presence, structured progress reporting, and early risk mitigation, Cliftons Projects ensure seamless coordination, robust communication, and the timely delivery of this critical facility.
Added Value
With extensive experience across NHS estates and infrastructure, Cliftons Projects bring deep understanding of the complexities of working within live hospital environments. Our healthcare portfolio includes:
A 12-bed winter pressure ward and outpatient discharge lounge relocation at Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth – completed in just eight weeks
Multiple projects for Chelsea & Westminster NHS Foundation Trust, including Paediatric Operating Theatres, High Dependency Units, and Outpatient Refurbishments
The Pharmacy Automation Project at Guy’s Hospital, integrating a state-of-the-art robotic dispensing system within a live clinical environment
The Cancer Research Centre at University Hospital Southampton
This breadth of experience enables us to deliver projects that balance technical precision, stakeholder coordination, and uncompromising operational resilience.
This project exemplifies Cliftons Projects’ continued support for NHS Trusts nationwide, delivering essential capital works and infrastructure upgrades that strengthen the resilience and efficiency of the UK’s healthcare estate.
For more information about our services or to discuss how we can support your next project, feel free to contact us on info@cliftons-projects.com
