Oxford Health NHS Trust

Building & Civil Engineering Manager

The closing date is 19 October 2025

Job summary

We are looking for a knowledgeable and proactive Building & Civil Engineering Manager to join our Estates Team on a full-time basis. In this key role, you will be the subject matter expert for the maintenance and compliance of all building and civil engineering services across the Trust, ensuring safety, compliance and maintenance to the highest industry standards.

You'll be providing expert technical advice to the Maintenance and Projects teams, lead on assurance and audits, and develop technical specifications for capital and maintenance projects. You'll also carry out Authorised Person duties for two or more of the following areas: Asbestos, Confined Spaces, and Fire.

The role requires effective communication with internal teams and external partners, the ability to manage procurement processes and contracts, and a strong focus on compliance, health and safety, and accurate record keeping. You'll oversee contractor performance, contribute to statutory reporting, and support engineering assurance activities, including audits and maintenance reviews. You'll lead and develop a high-performing team, drive continuous improvement, and support the financial and operational delivery of estates and facilities contracts, while maintaining a strong focus on customer satisfaction and business continuity.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact in a complex, high-profile environment. Apply today to join us in shaping a resilient and future-ready estate!

Main duties of the job

Procurement & Contract Management: Lead on writing technical specifications, procuring suppliers, managing contracts, and ensuring compliance with Trust and statutory requirements. Oversee contractor performance, budget management, and contract renewals.
Compliance: Support the Compliance Team in maintaining approved contractor databases, reviewing health and safety handbooks, and ensuring all contractors are trained and compliant with Trust policies.
Engineering Management: Provide expert advice and support across the Estates function, act as the Trust's
Authorised Person for asbestos management, and maintain the asbestos register.
Leadership & Team Building: Foster effective team working, support staff development, and ensure robust performance management. Provide professional leadership to the contracts team and assist in developing business plans.
Governance & Risk: Record and resolve contractor non-performance, update risk registers, and develop policies and procedures for procurement and contract management.
Business Continuity & Customer Satisfaction: Ensure service contracts support business continuity plans, develop procedures for monitoring quality and customer satisfaction, and manage non-pay contract budgets

Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties.

About us

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Date posted

03 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£55,690 to £62,682 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-CS7509683

Job locations

Littlemore Mental Health Centre

Sandford Road

Littlemore

OX4 4XN

Job description

Job responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Degree in Building surveying/Civil Engineering, or other estates related subject; and substantial experience as a senior manager within an estates and facilities department.
Incorporated Engineer as registered with the Engineering Council.
Member of RICS/CIOB/IHEEM
IOSH H&S Certificate

Desirable

Chartered Engineer as registered with the Engineering Council or chartered surveyor
NEBOSH General Certificate

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

Able to demonstrate expert knowledge of all aspects of contract management and procurement.
Able to demonstrate expert knowledge of procurement rules and regulations, including OJEU and public sector procurement rules.
Good knowledge of estates and facilities services.

Desirable

Health Technical Memorandums: Asbestos , Confined spaces, Working at Height

Experience

Essential

Significant relevant post qualification experience as a senior manager within an estates department.
Experience of working across departments and organisational boundaries.
Experienced in the use of a wide range of Microsoft packages with keyboard skills including writing corporate documents.

Desirable

Experience Significant relevant post qualification experience as a senior manager within an estates department. Experience of working across departments and organisational boundaries. Experienced in the use of a wide range of Microsoft packages with keyboard skills including writing corporate documents. Experience of holding AP duties. Previous experience of working in a healthcare environment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Degree in Building surveying/Civil Engineering, or other estates related subject; and substantial experience as a senior manager within an estates and facilities department.
Incorporated Engineer as registered with the Engineering Council.
Member of RICS/CIOB/IHEEM
IOSH H&S Certificate

Desirable

Chartered Engineer as registered with the Engineering Council or chartered surveyor
NEBOSH General Certificate

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

Able to demonstrate expert knowledge of all aspects of contract management and procurement.
Able to demonstrate expert knowledge of procurement rules and regulations, including OJEU and public sector procurement rules.
Good knowledge of estates and facilities services.

Desirable

Health Technical Memorandums: Asbestos , Confined spaces, Working at Height

Experience

Essential

Significant relevant post qualification experience as a senior manager within an estates department.
Experience of working across departments and organisational boundaries.
Experienced in the use of a wide range of Microsoft packages with keyboard skills including writing corporate documents.

Desirable

Experience Significant relevant post qualification experience as a senior manager within an estates department. Experience of working across departments and organisational boundaries. Experienced in the use of a wide range of Microsoft packages with keyboard skills including writing corporate documents. Experience of holding AP duties. Previous experience of working in a healthcare environment.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Littlemore Mental Health Centre

Sandford Road

Littlemore

OX4 4XN

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Littlemore Mental Health Centre

Sandford Road

Littlemore

OX4 4XN

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)