Job summary
The London Estates Team has an opportunity for 18 Months fixed term Estates Projects Manager (Building services engineering bias) to support the Deputy Head of Estates to deliver a diverse range of complex and building services related technical projects across the London Estate. The successful candidate will have line management responsibility and manage capital, site infrastructure, repair, upgrade projects, refurbishments within clinical and non-clinical environment.
The successful candidate will be qualified and experienced in relevant field (refer to Person Specification for details) and have a passion to be involved in stakeholder engagement, design development and environmental improvement including an interest in sustainability within the field; they will be a leader in their field with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to convey complex and technical messages to non-technical audiences whilst fully embracing the Trust Values.
This post would be suitable for a motivated and professional individual with a proven track record of delivering at pace, with an exceptional eye for detail and who is result-oriented.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to work closely with all Stakeholders
o To project manage Capital and Estates Projects arising from the Trust Estate Strategy, Operational Capital Programme and Departmental Business Plan, including building, construction and mechanical & electrical Engineering. Projects to be managed within agreed timescales, costs and quality criteria in accordance with the Trust's Standing Financial Instructions and recognised best practice.
o To complete accurate specifications of work, detailed drawings and work schedules and issue for competitive tendering. Analyse tender returns & recommend the most suitable contractor.
o The post holder will be required to work on single or multiple projects of variable size, values and complexity.
About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m.
The Trust is rated as 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached.The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached.The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Degree level in relevant Building Services or Construction Related Field
- HND in Building Services, Construction or similar related discipline.
- PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent.
- Microsoft Project proficient
Desirable
- Dip project management
- Chartered Surveyor or Engineer or working towards Charteredship
- Membership of a recognised professional body.
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in Capital Projects Management
- Expertise and experience in managing multiple complex projects simultaneously with multiple clients.
- Effective financial control
- Project planning and management
- Extensive experience in the design, construction and project management of major building projects.
- Experience writing refurbishment specifications and contract documentation.
- Experience analysing competitive tenders.
- Experience of financial, budgetary and resource management.
- Experience of implementing organisational change.
Desirable
- Experience of working within NHS Capital & Estates
- Experience of working within Mental Health Environments
- CAD Proficient
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- An in-depth knowledge of building techniques, procurement routes, contract management, design processes and major programmes of work.
- Excellent financial management skills in relation to the delivery of Capital Projects.
- An in-depth understanding of the physical healthcare environment as reflected in relevant policies and procedures (e.g. HTM and HBN).
- Knowledge of Building Contracts (NEC & JCT).
- Knowledge of building and engineering services and general construction design.
- Working knowledge of CDM and H&S regulations
Desirable
- Trained in Asbestos "Duty to Manage"
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Degree level in relevant Building Services or Construction Related Field
- HND in Building Services, Construction or similar related discipline.
- PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent.
- Microsoft Project proficient
Desirable
- Dip project management
- Chartered Surveyor or Engineer or working towards Charteredship
- Membership of a recognised professional body.
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in Capital Projects Management
- Expertise and experience in managing multiple complex projects simultaneously with multiple clients.
- Effective financial control
- Project planning and management
- Extensive experience in the design, construction and project management of major building projects.
- Experience writing refurbishment specifications and contract documentation.
- Experience analysing competitive tenders.
- Experience of financial, budgetary and resource management.
- Experience of implementing organisational change.
Desirable
- Experience of working within NHS Capital & Estates
- Experience of working within Mental Health Environments
- CAD Proficient
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- An in-depth knowledge of building techniques, procurement routes, contract management, design processes and major programmes of work.
- Excellent financial management skills in relation to the delivery of Capital Projects.
- An in-depth understanding of the physical healthcare environment as reflected in relevant policies and procedures (e.g. HTM and HBN).
- Knowledge of Building Contracts (NEC & JCT).
- Knowledge of building and engineering services and general construction design.
- Working knowledge of CDM and H&S regulations
Desirable
- Trained in Asbestos "Duty to Manage"
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.
