Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.
This role will transfer to UHS Estates Ltd (UEL) from 1stApril 2025. UEL is a wholly owned subsidiary of the University Hospital Southampton NHS foundation Trust. The job description, terms and benefits associated with the role will not change as a result of this transfer.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking to appoint an experienced, dynamic and self motivated Project Manager to join an award winning Capital Projects team. The successful candidate will oversee the end to end planning and delivery of a wide range of capital projects from conception through to completion, with responsibility for all aspects of project management as well as managing the appointed external design teams.
The post holder will work across the Trust, taking on responsibility for capital and infrastructure projects, as well smaller projects and charitably funded works, working alongside a variety of different stakeholders.
As an organisation, UHS offers fantastic training and career development opportunities. Our people are central to the vision of the organisation, and our annual staff survey results reflect our commitment to developing your career.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
Specific to this role is the suitability for agile working which is a mixture of on-site and remote working .
Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job ResponsibilitiesAs a suitable candidate, you will demonstrate excellent project management skills combined with strong leadership and people management experience. In addition to leading and developing internal colleagues, you will also be able to manage relationships with the Trust's external professional consultants, suppliers, and contractors. You will be comfortable operating in a highly complex, dynamic, and fast-changing environment. Most importantly, you will share the values and ambitions of our Trust.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious and high-profile organisation. We are committed to ensuring that our colleagues across the Trust reflect the diverse population of our communities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job ResponsibilitiesAs a suitable candidate, you will demonstrate excellent project management skills combined with strong leadership and people management experience. In addition to leading and developing internal colleagues, you will also be able to manage relationships with the Trust's external professional consultants, suppliers, and contractors. You will be comfortable operating in a highly complex, dynamic, and fast-changing environment. Most importantly, you will share the values and ambitions of our Trust.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious and high-profile organisation. We are committed to ensuring that our colleagues across the Trust reflect the diverse population of our communities.
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- HNC/Degree or equivalent examined qualification in a Building Services, Building or related field. and Project Management Qualification or equivalent experience
- Design knowledge /experience or must be prepared to train in this field.
- Experience in CAD Packages
Desirable
- Membership of a recognised professional organisation
- NEEBOSH General CertificateApplication
- Knowledge of Building Regs and understanding of statutory and legal processes in respect to site developments or acquire training within agreed period of time
- Relevant CPD
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Extensive experience of Building Services maintenance, building maintenance and/or design and minor installation works in construction industry or Healthcare
- Considerable previous experience in the engineering and/or building construction industry including site supervision of contractors, working to complex programmes and delivery schedules
Desirable
- Knowledge of HBN/HTM, asbestos regulations and Approved Codes of Practice etc
- Experience of managing directly employed labour and contractors in the delivery of (a) carrying out minor projects (b)a reactive maintenance provision, (c) a planned maintenance provision, or (d) a combined service provision.
- Project Management experience
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Must be capable of negotiating with and presenting to, line professionals within and outside the NHS
- Translate raw data/information into concise reports with prioritised recommendations. To avoid conflicts of interest
- Good IT skills and the ability to use Amtech, MS Office, CAD
- Sound knowledge of regulations, statutory requirements and standards, appropriate in the built environment.
- Knowledge of using Schedule of rates
Special requirements of the post
Essential
- Good Financial control and ability to authorise payments to contractors, suppliers and consultants.
- Must have; or obtain within 6-months: oA current driving license oProject Management Experience oAP Certification as required for the position and to meet the Trusts needs. This could require a multiple number of AP appointments oConfined Spaces AP Certificate
Desirable
- OJUE and Tendering Processes experience
- Project Management Qualification
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- HNC/Degree or equivalent examined qualification in a Building Services, Building or related field. and Project Management Qualification or equivalent experience
- Design knowledge /experience or must be prepared to train in this field.
- Experience in CAD Packages
Desirable
- Membership of a recognised professional organisation
- NEEBOSH General CertificateApplication
- Knowledge of Building Regs and understanding of statutory and legal processes in respect to site developments or acquire training within agreed period of time
- Relevant CPD
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Extensive experience of Building Services maintenance, building maintenance and/or design and minor installation works in construction industry or Healthcare
- Considerable previous experience in the engineering and/or building construction industry including site supervision of contractors, working to complex programmes and delivery schedules
Desirable
- Knowledge of HBN/HTM, asbestos regulations and Approved Codes of Practice etc
- Experience of managing directly employed labour and contractors in the delivery of (a) carrying out minor projects (b)a reactive maintenance provision, (c) a planned maintenance provision, or (d) a combined service provision.
- Project Management experience
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Must be capable of negotiating with and presenting to, line professionals within and outside the NHS
- Translate raw data/information into concise reports with prioritised recommendations. To avoid conflicts of interest
- Good IT skills and the ability to use Amtech, MS Office, CAD
- Sound knowledge of regulations, statutory requirements and standards, appropriate in the built environment.
- Knowledge of using Schedule of rates
Special requirements of the post
Essential
- Good Financial control and ability to authorise payments to contractors, suppliers and consultants.
- Must have; or obtain within 6-months: oA current driving license oProject Management Experience oAP Certification as required for the position and to meet the Trusts needs. This could require a multiple number of AP appointments oConfined Spaces AP Certificate
Desirable
- OJUE and Tendering Processes experience
- Project Management Qualification
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
