Head of Capital Development

The East Cheshire Trust is seeking a highly motivated enthusiastic fully qualified Surveyor to work in the Estates & Facilities Team as the Head of Capital Development.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Deputy Director of Estates & Facilities and be responsible providing a professional estate management service to the Trust supporting and assisting the organisation on strategic and operational issues in relation to all property matters including Asset Management and to act as Project Manager of capital schemes.

The post holder will also have the responsibility for the operational management system relating to capital projects and effective delivery of building maintenance across the Trust. The post holder will also lead on all Estates related Service Level Agreements and ensure timely submission of statutory returns, ERIC, CRC, etc.

Predominately based at Macclesfield but occasional travel to other sites in the community may be required. This is an exciting time to be joining the department with significant investment and development of the current Estate.

Main duties of the job

As a member of the Estates and Facilities Management Team responsibilities will also include contributing to the directorate's business plan and strategic direction and effective contract monitoring.

The successful candidate will need to be strong leader with a proven track record in management, have outstanding communication and organisational skills and will attend senior level meetings for the Trust.

Fully qualified Surveyor providing a professional Estate Management service to the Trust. Supporting and assisting the organisation on strategic and operational issues in relation to all property matters, including Asset Management and to act as Project Manager of capital schemes. Responsible for the Operational Management System relating to capital projects and effective delivery of building maintenance across the Trust. The post holder will also lead on all Estates related Service Level Agreements and ensure timely submission of statutory returns, ERIC, CRC, etc.

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

About us

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

Please be aware that this post requires an Standard with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent knowledge and experience in management.
• Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS)
• Evidence of continuing professional development and management/leadership development

Knowledge

• Awareness of Current Legislation/Guidance for NHS properties
• Specialist knowledge of Estates management services
• Understanding of current national and local NHS policy developments and their implications for the strategic development of Trust assets

Skills

• Sound financial acumen and highly developed commercial/contract negotiation skills
• Complex problem solving, decision-making and analytical skills
• Proven ability to deal with wide range of data and information and take appropriate decisions from it
• Proven ability to come up with flexible and creative solutions to difficult problems
• Excellent collaborative working skills and able to build strong relationships with head of departments, clinical directors and senior managers
• Able to prioritise, schedule and monitor to completion, all workload, meeting deadlines and maintaining a consistent high quality output
• Effective oral and written skills in the presentation and interpretation of complex information to directors, senior managers and clinicians

Experience

• Substantial experience as an Estates Surveyor within a complex organisation
• Demonstrable experience of sound general management having managed teams and operational budgets
• Experience of successful negotiation and contract management
• Experience of completing business cases for Capital investment
• Significant experience in planning and delivery of capital programmes
• Strong track record in managing schemes to time and budget
• Substanital post professional qualification experience at a senior level within a large organisation
• Demonstrable experience in providing expert advice at a senior level on issues in accordance with national and local policy
• Experience developing Trust wide policies relating to capital procurement and projects

Other Role Requirements

• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

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.