PMO Lead Rate - £500 (A day) Location - West London (Hybrid) Duration - 6 Months (Initially) Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company) The PMO Lead is responsible for establishing, developing, and running a best-practice Programme Management Office to support a portfolio of property, construction, estates, facilities, and capital investment projects. This role ensures that governance, reporting, performance management, risk controls, and programme assurance frameworks are consistently applied to deliver projects on time, on budget, and in line with organisational standards. The PMO Lead acts as the central point of coordination, enabling project teams and senior leaders to make informed decisions and ensuring the successful delivery of complex, high-value capital programmes. Key Responsibilities PMO Set-Up & Governance Design, implement, and embed the PMO framework, including governance structures, standards, processes, and toolkits. Develop project and programme methodologies tailored to property, construction, estates, and capital projects. Establish project lifecycle frameworks including stage gates, business case standards and project controls. Lead the creation of PMO policies across risk, change control, issue management, quality assurance, and reporting. Programme Controls & Reporting Develop and manage robust reporting mechanisms including dashboards, portfolio status updates and executive-level performance summaries. Maintain accurate programme-wide schedules, resource plans, risk registers, and financial trackers. Monitor KPIs, forecasting, benefits realisation and budget performance across the project portfolio. Provide challenge and assurance to project managers, ensuring quality and compliance with PMO standards. Stakeholder Management Support senior leadership, capital project sponsors and operational teams with strategic insights and data-driven decision-making. Facilitate programme board meetings, governance forums and oversight groups, ensuring effective documentation and follow-through. Act as a trusted advisor to project managers, offering guidance, coaching, and support on delivery best practice. Systems, Tools & Data Implement and manage PMO systems (e.g., MS Project, Power BI, PPM tools). Oversee data quality, portfolio analytics, and performance monitoring tools. Introduce continuous improvement initiatives to optimise PMO processes. Assurance & Compliance Conduct project audits, health checks, and readiness reviews. Ensure compliance with organisational policy, safety regulations, and financial governance, particularly in construction and estates environments. Provide oversight on risk management, contractor performance, procurement compliance and capital governance processes. Skills & Experience Required Essential Proven track record establishing and running PMOs within property, construction, estates, facilities, or capital investment environments. Strong experience supporting multi-million-pound capital projects or programmes. In-depth understanding of construction processes, RIBA stages, programme controls, cost management, procurement and risk frameworks. Excellent stakeholder engagement across technical teams, contractors, consultants, and senior leadership. Highly proficient with project/programme management tools (e.g., MS Project, Power BI, Excel, PPM systems). Ability to design governance frameworks and drive organisational adoption. Strong analytical, reporting, and data management skills. Desirable Professional qualifications: APM PMQ, MSP, PRINCE2, MoP, or equivalent. Experience within public sector, higher education, healthcare estates, or large corporate real estate. Knowledge of capital planning, lifecycle costing, estates strategies, or FM systems. Understanding of health & safety, CDM regulations, and compliance standards within built environments.
03/03/2026
Contract
PMO Lead Rate - £500 (A day) Location - West London (Hybrid) Duration - 6 Months (Initially) Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company) The PMO Lead is responsible for establishing, developing, and running a best-practice Programme Management Office to support a portfolio of property, construction, estates, facilities, and capital investment projects. This role ensures that governance, reporting, performance management, risk controls, and programme assurance frameworks are consistently applied to deliver projects on time, on budget, and in line with organisational standards. The PMO Lead acts as the central point of coordination, enabling project teams and senior leaders to make informed decisions and ensuring the successful delivery of complex, high-value capital programmes. Key Responsibilities PMO Set-Up & Governance Design, implement, and embed the PMO framework, including governance structures, standards, processes, and toolkits. Develop project and programme methodologies tailored to property, construction, estates, and capital projects. Establish project lifecycle frameworks including stage gates, business case standards and project controls. Lead the creation of PMO policies across risk, change control, issue management, quality assurance, and reporting. Programme Controls & Reporting Develop and manage robust reporting mechanisms including dashboards, portfolio status updates and executive-level performance summaries. Maintain accurate programme-wide schedules, resource plans, risk registers, and financial trackers. Monitor KPIs, forecasting, benefits realisation and budget performance across the project portfolio. Provide challenge and assurance to project managers, ensuring quality and compliance with PMO standards. Stakeholder Management Support senior leadership, capital project sponsors and operational teams with strategic insights and data-driven decision-making. Facilitate programme board meetings, governance forums and oversight groups, ensuring effective documentation and follow-through. Act as a trusted advisor to project managers, offering guidance, coaching, and support on delivery best practice. Systems, Tools & Data Implement and manage PMO systems (e.g., MS Project, Power BI, PPM tools). Oversee data quality, portfolio analytics, and performance monitoring tools. Introduce continuous improvement initiatives to optimise PMO processes. Assurance & Compliance Conduct project audits, health checks, and readiness reviews. Ensure compliance with organisational policy, safety regulations, and financial governance, particularly in construction and estates environments. Provide oversight on risk management, contractor performance, procurement compliance and capital governance processes. Skills & Experience Required Essential Proven track record establishing and running PMOs within property, construction, estates, facilities, or capital investment environments. Strong experience supporting multi-million-pound capital projects or programmes. In-depth understanding of construction processes, RIBA stages, programme controls, cost management, procurement and risk frameworks. Excellent stakeholder engagement across technical teams, contractors, consultants, and senior leadership. Highly proficient with project/programme management tools (e.g., MS Project, Power BI, Excel, PPM systems). Ability to design governance frameworks and drive organisational adoption. Strong analytical, reporting, and data management skills. Desirable Professional qualifications: APM PMQ, MSP, PRINCE2, MoP, or equivalent. Experience within public sector, higher education, healthcare estates, or large corporate real estate. Knowledge of capital planning, lifecycle costing, estates strategies, or FM systems. Understanding of health & safety, CDM regulations, and compliance standards within built environments.
A specialist FM provider are hiring a Minor Works PM to join their team to oversee refurb projects. Your new company Our client are a specialist facilities service provider who deliver services to a commercial portfolio spanning the UK. They are hiring a Billable Works Project Manager to join their team to oversee the delivery of refurbishment and maintenance projects to a large portfolio of residential properties across London & Kent. Your new role As Billable Works Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering a diverse programme of refurbishment, maintenance, and improvement projects across a substantial housing portfolio of more than 30,000 properties. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and highly motivated professional to join the Billable Works team, contributing directly to the successful planning, procurement, delivery, and close-out of projects ranging from minor remedial works and full internal refurbishments through to major seven-figure schemes. Operating within a large and rapidly developing organisation created to support the estate, the Billable Works Manager oversees the full project lifecycle, from early scoping and design through procurement and delivery to final handover. Working closely with the Regional Manager, senior project managers, and maintenance teams, the role ensures that every project - whether a single small refurb or a complex £3m re-roofing or external façade upgrade - is managed to rigorous contractual and compliance standards. The position demands a proactive and organised leader who is capable of managing high-volume, fast-paced works while maintaining strategic oversight, accuracy in reporting, and full adherence to company, client, and regulatory requirements. A key focus of the role is effective supply-chain management. The Billable Works Manager leads a network of contractors and suppliers, ensuring they are fully briefed, meet contract performance standards, and deliver value for money and consistently high-quality outcomes. They ensure all works proceed in line with approved briefs, specifications, cost plans, and tender documentation, with robust adherence to Health & Safety legislation, including CDM and asbestos control regulations. Accurate record-keeping, performance monitoring, and budget management are essential to ensure audit readiness and contractual compliance. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role you will require relevant experience in overseeing the delivery of maintenance and refurbishment projects within housing or property services. You will also require: Contractor management experience and understanding Relevant qualifications are desirable SMSTS Full UK driving license Ability to obtain SC Clearance What you'll get in return When successful in securing this role you will receive a permanent contract with a national, specialist FM service provider. You will also receive: £40,000 - £45,000 starting salary (dependant on experience) Company car / car allowance 25 days leave + bank holidays Private medical cover Life assurance What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
02/03/2026
Full time
A specialist FM provider are hiring a Minor Works PM to join their team to oversee refurb projects. Your new company Our client are a specialist facilities service provider who deliver services to a commercial portfolio spanning the UK. They are hiring a Billable Works Project Manager to join their team to oversee the delivery of refurbishment and maintenance projects to a large portfolio of residential properties across London & Kent. Your new role As Billable Works Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering a diverse programme of refurbishment, maintenance, and improvement projects across a substantial housing portfolio of more than 30,000 properties. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and highly motivated professional to join the Billable Works team, contributing directly to the successful planning, procurement, delivery, and close-out of projects ranging from minor remedial works and full internal refurbishments through to major seven-figure schemes. Operating within a large and rapidly developing organisation created to support the estate, the Billable Works Manager oversees the full project lifecycle, from early scoping and design through procurement and delivery to final handover. Working closely with the Regional Manager, senior project managers, and maintenance teams, the role ensures that every project - whether a single small refurb or a complex £3m re-roofing or external façade upgrade - is managed to rigorous contractual and compliance standards. The position demands a proactive and organised leader who is capable of managing high-volume, fast-paced works while maintaining strategic oversight, accuracy in reporting, and full adherence to company, client, and regulatory requirements. A key focus of the role is effective supply-chain management. The Billable Works Manager leads a network of contractors and suppliers, ensuring they are fully briefed, meet contract performance standards, and deliver value for money and consistently high-quality outcomes. They ensure all works proceed in line with approved briefs, specifications, cost plans, and tender documentation, with robust adherence to Health & Safety legislation, including CDM and asbestos control regulations. Accurate record-keeping, performance monitoring, and budget management are essential to ensure audit readiness and contractual compliance. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role you will require relevant experience in overseeing the delivery of maintenance and refurbishment projects within housing or property services. You will also require: Contractor management experience and understanding Relevant qualifications are desirable SMSTS Full UK driving license Ability to obtain SC Clearance What you'll get in return When successful in securing this role you will receive a permanent contract with a national, specialist FM service provider. You will also receive: £40,000 - £45,000 starting salary (dependant on experience) Company car / car allowance 25 days leave + bank holidays Private medical cover Life assurance What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Please note that this advertised vacancy does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa and therefore HTFT would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role. Are you an organised and proactive professional with experience in estates projects? Join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality capital and revenue schemes that support the Trust's strategic vision. We are seeking an Estates Projects Officer to manage and deliver assigned capital projects and revenue schemes from inception to completion. This role involves overseeing design and procurement processes, managing contractors and consultants, and ensuring compliance with statutory regulations. You will also contribute to the development and implementation of the Estates Strategy. About You: Strong project management experience in estates or construction. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Proficiency in CAD, BIM, and Microsoft Project. Ability to analyse complex technical information and problem-solve effectively. Knowledge of statutory regulations and compliance requirements. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects and ensure safe, high-quality environments for our patients, staff and visitors. Apply now and be part of a team shaping the future! Main duties of the job Key responsibilities include: Management of delegated capital and revenue projects from inception through to completion. Prepare design briefs, technical drawings, room data sheets, and specifications. Oversee tender processes, procurement assessments, and financial monitoring. Manage contractors, consultants, and liaise with regulatory bodies. Conduct audits relating to DDA, CQC, and ligature compliance. Ensure compliance with statutory legislation, health and safety, and trust policies. Assist with property acquisitions, disposals, leases, and licences. Manage Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) systems. Lead on product development, project standardisation, and major property remediation insurance claims. Act as Deputy Responsible Person for capital projects in relation to water safety and asbestos. Undertake site inspections, surveys, and audits, ensuring project quality and safety. About us We are an award winning and CQC rated good health and social care Trust delivering integrated services across Hull, East and North Yorkshire. Find out more on our website We are a forward thinking and dynamic Trust with a real commitment to staff development. We value our colleagues and invest in them to ensure they have the right skills to deliver outstanding care. We are proud to score above or equal to the average for all NHS People Promise theme areas demonstrating our commitment to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone. Wherever you work we know you will receive a warm welcome and all the support you'll need to get you started. We recognise the positive value of diversity and promotes equality whilst challenging discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. Work life balance is about having influence and flexibility over when, where and how you work. If the work pattern for this role does not meet your needs, we welcome an application and are happy to discuss working arrangements that differ from those advertised. We offer a unique range of benefits that go above and beyond other NHS Trusts including an enhanced leave package and health and well-being support. From city to countryside, market towns to moors you'll find a place to call home including some of the most affordable places to live in the UK. Find out more and search live jobs. Job responsibilities For further information with regard to this vacancy please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Person Specification Qualifications, Education and Training Project Management of delegated capital projects which includes a working knowledge of contract law and administration (specifically JCT Minor Works and NEC3 Short Form) Applied knowledge of Building Regulations and the associates Approved Documents together with Health Technical Memorandum and Health Building Notes for the development of new works Working knowledge of financial governance i.e. Financial Standing Instructions and Schemes of Delegation Working knowledge of Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 Working knowledge of health and safety legislation, and other statutory obligations relating to health premises and facilities management. Working knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015) Microsoft Project qualification or experience and working knowledge for the formal planning of projects Degree level in construction Awareness and knowledge of department of health general design guidance within healthcare settings. Leadership/Management qualification or proven experience of team management of employed and contracted staff Working knowledge of building information modelling and 3D modelling software's Background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering / Design Membership of CIOB or RICS Knowledge and Experience Experience of financial management and the preparation of financial projections, financial estimates for new construction projects Experience of design development with client organisations Experience of specifying construction projects and the associated procurement process including in-depth knowledge and understanding of associated disciplines such as M&E. Ability to undertake measured surveys which includes experience in the use of technical equipment Technical experience in the detailed construction of projects within the health care sector Experience in carrying out ligature and DDA audits Skills, Competencies and Personal Qualities The ability to work in a team environment as well as being self-disciplined and motivated to work alone. Capable of leading a team on delegated projects. Project management and planning skills. Well-developed communication, IT and project management skills. Ability to effectively commute between various sites. 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.
24/02/2026
Full time
Please note that this advertised vacancy does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa and therefore HTFT would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role. Are you an organised and proactive professional with experience in estates projects? Join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality capital and revenue schemes that support the Trust's strategic vision. We are seeking an Estates Projects Officer to manage and deliver assigned capital projects and revenue schemes from inception to completion. This role involves overseeing design and procurement processes, managing contractors and consultants, and ensuring compliance with statutory regulations. You will also contribute to the development and implementation of the Estates Strategy. About You: Strong project management experience in estates or construction. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Proficiency in CAD, BIM, and Microsoft Project. Ability to analyse complex technical information and problem-solve effectively. Knowledge of statutory regulations and compliance requirements. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects and ensure safe, high-quality environments for our patients, staff and visitors. Apply now and be part of a team shaping the future! Main duties of the job Key responsibilities include: Management of delegated capital and revenue projects from inception through to completion. Prepare design briefs, technical drawings, room data sheets, and specifications. Oversee tender processes, procurement assessments, and financial monitoring. Manage contractors, consultants, and liaise with regulatory bodies. Conduct audits relating to DDA, CQC, and ligature compliance. Ensure compliance with statutory legislation, health and safety, and trust policies. Assist with property acquisitions, disposals, leases, and licences. Manage Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) systems. Lead on product development, project standardisation, and major property remediation insurance claims. Act as Deputy Responsible Person for capital projects in relation to water safety and asbestos. Undertake site inspections, surveys, and audits, ensuring project quality and safety. About us We are an award winning and CQC rated good health and social care Trust delivering integrated services across Hull, East and North Yorkshire. Find out more on our website We are a forward thinking and dynamic Trust with a real commitment to staff development. We value our colleagues and invest in them to ensure they have the right skills to deliver outstanding care. We are proud to score above or equal to the average for all NHS People Promise theme areas demonstrating our commitment to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone. Wherever you work we know you will receive a warm welcome and all the support you'll need to get you started. We recognise the positive value of diversity and promotes equality whilst challenging discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. Work life balance is about having influence and flexibility over when, where and how you work. If the work pattern for this role does not meet your needs, we welcome an application and are happy to discuss working arrangements that differ from those advertised. We offer a unique range of benefits that go above and beyond other NHS Trusts including an enhanced leave package and health and well-being support. From city to countryside, market towns to moors you'll find a place to call home including some of the most affordable places to live in the UK. Find out more and search live jobs. Job responsibilities For further information with regard to this vacancy please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Person Specification Qualifications, Education and Training Project Management of delegated capital projects which includes a working knowledge of contract law and administration (specifically JCT Minor Works and NEC3 Short Form) Applied knowledge of Building Regulations and the associates Approved Documents together with Health Technical Memorandum and Health Building Notes for the development of new works Working knowledge of financial governance i.e. Financial Standing Instructions and Schemes of Delegation Working knowledge of Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 Working knowledge of health and safety legislation, and other statutory obligations relating to health premises and facilities management. Working knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015) Microsoft Project qualification or experience and working knowledge for the formal planning of projects Degree level in construction Awareness and knowledge of department of health general design guidance within healthcare settings. Leadership/Management qualification or proven experience of team management of employed and contracted staff Working knowledge of building information modelling and 3D modelling software's Background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering / Design Membership of CIOB or RICS Knowledge and Experience Experience of financial management and the preparation of financial projections, financial estimates for new construction projects Experience of design development with client organisations Experience of specifying construction projects and the associated procurement process including in-depth knowledge and understanding of associated disciplines such as M&E. Ability to undertake measured surveys which includes experience in the use of technical equipment Technical experience in the detailed construction of projects within the health care sector Experience in carrying out ligature and DDA audits Skills, Competencies and Personal Qualities The ability to work in a team environment as well as being self-disciplined and motivated to work alone. Capable of leading a team on delegated projects. Project management and planning skills. Well-developed communication, IT and project management skills. Ability to effectively commute between various sites. 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.
Your new company Our client are a specialist facilities service provider who deliver services to a commercial portfolio spanning the UK. They are hiring a Billable Works Project Manager to join their team to oversee the delivery of refurbishment and maintenance projects to a large portfolio of residential properties across London & Kent. Your new role As Billable Works Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering a diverse programme of refurbishment, maintenance, and improvement projects across a substantial housing portfolio of more than 30,000 properties. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and highly motivated professional to join the Billable Works team, contributing directly to the successful planning, procurement, delivery, and close-out of projects ranging from minor remedial works and full internal refurbishments through to major seven-figure schemes. Operating within a large and rapidly developing organisation created to support the estate, the Billable Works Manager oversees the full project lifecycle, from early scoping and design through procurement and delivery to final handover. Working closely with the Regional Manager, senior project managers, and maintenance teams, the role ensures that every project - whether a single small refurb or a complex 3m re-roofing or external fa ade upgrade - is managed to rigorous contractual and compliance standards. The position demands a proactive and organised leader who is capable of managing high-volume, fast-paced works while maintaining strategic oversight, accuracy in reporting, and full adherence to company, client, and regulatory requirements. A key focus of the role is effective supply-chain management. The Billable Works Manager leads a network of contractors and suppliers, ensuring they are fully briefed, meet contract performance standards, and deliver value for money and consistently high-quality outcomes. They ensure all works proceed in line with approved briefs, specifications, cost plans, and tender documentation, with robust adherence to Health & Safety legislation, including CDM and asbestos control regulations. Accurate record-keeping, performance monitoring, and budget management are essential to ensure audit readiness and contractual compliance. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role you will require relevant experience in overseeing the delivery of maintenance and refurbishment projects within housing or property services. You will also require: Contractor management experience and understanding Relevant qualifications are desirable SMSTS Full UK driving license Ability to obtain SC Clearance What you'll get in return When successful in securing this role you will receive a permanent contract with a national, specialist FM service provider. You will also receive: 40,000 - 45,000 starting salary (dependant on experience) Company car / car allowance 25 days leave + bank holidays Private medical cover Life assurance What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
17/02/2026
Full time
Your new company Our client are a specialist facilities service provider who deliver services to a commercial portfolio spanning the UK. They are hiring a Billable Works Project Manager to join their team to oversee the delivery of refurbishment and maintenance projects to a large portfolio of residential properties across London & Kent. Your new role As Billable Works Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering a diverse programme of refurbishment, maintenance, and improvement projects across a substantial housing portfolio of more than 30,000 properties. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and highly motivated professional to join the Billable Works team, contributing directly to the successful planning, procurement, delivery, and close-out of projects ranging from minor remedial works and full internal refurbishments through to major seven-figure schemes. Operating within a large and rapidly developing organisation created to support the estate, the Billable Works Manager oversees the full project lifecycle, from early scoping and design through procurement and delivery to final handover. Working closely with the Regional Manager, senior project managers, and maintenance teams, the role ensures that every project - whether a single small refurb or a complex 3m re-roofing or external fa ade upgrade - is managed to rigorous contractual and compliance standards. The position demands a proactive and organised leader who is capable of managing high-volume, fast-paced works while maintaining strategic oversight, accuracy in reporting, and full adherence to company, client, and regulatory requirements. A key focus of the role is effective supply-chain management. The Billable Works Manager leads a network of contractors and suppliers, ensuring they are fully briefed, meet contract performance standards, and deliver value for money and consistently high-quality outcomes. They ensure all works proceed in line with approved briefs, specifications, cost plans, and tender documentation, with robust adherence to Health & Safety legislation, including CDM and asbestos control regulations. Accurate record-keeping, performance monitoring, and budget management are essential to ensure audit readiness and contractual compliance. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role you will require relevant experience in overseeing the delivery of maintenance and refurbishment projects within housing or property services. You will also require: Contractor management experience and understanding Relevant qualifications are desirable SMSTS Full UK driving license Ability to obtain SC Clearance What you'll get in return When successful in securing this role you will receive a permanent contract with a national, specialist FM service provider. You will also receive: 40,000 - 45,000 starting salary (dependant on experience) Company car / car allowance 25 days leave + bank holidays Private medical cover Life assurance What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is embarking on one of the most ambitious hospital redevelopment programmes in the NHS, with a 3-4 billion investment planned across three major acute hospital sites. The role of Head of Commercial Property Development is central to realising the commercial potential of these projects, particularly the once in a generation redevelopment of St Marys Hospital in Paddington. The postholder will lead the identification, planning and execution of commercial property development opportunities generated by the new hospital build, including the transformation of significant surplus land for long term value creation. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a major London healthcare estate, contribute to improved patient care environments, and support pioneering work within Paddington Life Sciences. Main duties of the job The Head of Commercial Property Development will oversee the full lifecycle of commercial planning and development, from identifying opportunities to securing planning consent and preparing sites for longterm partnerships. They will evaluate commercial propositions, develop business cases and lead multidisciplinary advisor teams to keep projects aligned with strategic and programme priorities. A key responsibility is leading the St Marys masterplan, ensuring commercial development aligns with the new hospital design and supports the Trusts Paddington Life Sciences ambitions. The postholder will work with local authorities, the GLA and government stakeholders, managing complex and sensitive discussions with confidence and clarity. They will also shape procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships and ensure all commercial decisions meet legal, policy and governance standards. The role requires strong leadership and collaboration across Estates and Facilities, Finance, Imperial Private Healthcare, Imperial College London, external developers, consultants and community partners. The postholder will champion Trust values, promote an inclusive culture and ensure commercial activity delivers social, economic and environmental benefits for local communities. About us Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is one of the largest acute NHS trusts in the UK, serving over one million patients each year across five London hospitals: Charing Cross, Hammersmith, Queen Charlottes and Chelsea, St Marys and the Western Eye. Formed in 2007, the Trust has a global reputation for pioneering research, clinical excellence and educational innovation. As part of one of the UKs six academic health science centres, the Trust partners with Imperial College London to translate scientific discovery into better patient care, hosting one of the country's National Institute for Health Research Biomedical Research Centres. The Trust combines worldclass specialised services with integrated community and digital care, and continues to invest in transformative research, education and infrastructure to deliver better health, for life. Job responsibilities The Head of Commercial Property Development will play a critical strategic leadership role within the Trusts redevelopment programme, providing commercial, technical and property development expertise to support the planning and delivery of major hospital and mixeduse development projects. The postholder will take responsibility for maximising the commercial value embedded in the redevelopment proposals, ensuring that the Trusts land, estate and development opportunities are planned and executed in a way that supports clinical transformation, longterm financial sustainability and the Trusts life sciences ambitions. A core element of the role will be leading the commercial development strategy for St Marys Hospital. The redevelopment of St Marys will release approximately half of the existing site for commercial use, and the Trust intends to secure outline planning consent for the full campus, including both the new hospital and commercial development zones. The postholder will lead masterplanning activities, manage professional advisors, and collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the planning application is commercially robust, deliverable and aligned with strategic objectives. This includes working closely with the St Marys design team, the Redevelopment Capital Delivery Director, the St Marys Taskforce and partners from the life sciences ecosystem. The role requires a highly skilled commercial strategist with the ability to lead complex, multistakeholder programmes. The postholder will design commercial approaches to market, oversee the delivery of business cases, and provide seniorlevel advice on development phasing, financial modelling, planning risk and commercial procurement strategy. They will also ensure that commercial plans support environmental sustainability, netzero obligations and the Trusts commitment to social value. As a senior leader within the redevelopment programme, the postholder will help establish the valuesdriven culture of the team, providing mentorship, direction and resilience in a fastmoving, ambiguous and politically sensitive environment. Success in this role will be demonstrated by the delivery of a commercially viable, strategically aligned and financially optimised commercial development strategy for the St Marys site and wider Trust estate. The postholder will be expected to secure a comprehensive and deliverable masterplan and planning consent that supports the new hospital development and unlocks longterm commercial value. They will also be responsible for ensuring robust commercial governance, achieving measurable progress against redevelopment milestones and enabling the Trust to select and engage longterm development partners. Additional indicators of success include building strong and trusting relationships across senior internal and external stakeholders, delivering highquality business cases and analysis, leading professional teams effectively, and ensuring all plans support the Trusts commitments to netzero, social value and community benefit. The postholder will contribute to the overall success of the redevelopment programme by providing expert commercial insight, strategic leadership and a proactive, solutionsfocused approach to complex urban development challenges. Person Specification Qualifications Educated to masters level or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in large and complex organisations Membership of recognised professional body Evidence of CPD Skills/Abilities Leadership, vision, strategic thinking and planning with highly developed interpersonal skills Ability to make decisions autonomously when required, often in the absence of complete information Deep, proven, knowledge of delivering change within a complex environment. A skilled influencer who is outcome focused Undertaking detailed analysis and producing business cases to support investment High quality analytical and problem-solving abilities Ability to communicate complex problems and issues simply and effectively Sophisticated approach to delivering environmental sustainability and social value Supporting inclusive community engagement processes Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Political awareness and sensitivity Have tolerance for ambiguity in an often-changing environment Emotionally resilient and capable of responding positively to set-backs Significant experience of working with multiple organisations with sometimes opposing objectives to gain consensus Successful track record of delivery of proactive stakeholder engagement with evidence of measurable impact, Ability to analyse numerical and written data, assess options and draw appropriate conclusions Comprehensive IT skills: ability to input and manipulate financial data into databases and spreadsheets; and utilise the full suite of Microsoft Office programs High level critical thinking skills Experience Managing professional teams Delivery of complex commercial strategy and transactions in the public sector Commercial experience in the Manufacturing and Infrastructure industry on large scale property deals Senior leadership experience in a large and complex environment Experience communicating in hostile, antagonistic or highly emotive atmospheres, whilst still delivering the core message in a sensitive manner Significant experience in Programme management and structuring the delivery of complex work, incorporating multiple inputs and stakeholders, management of fluctuating workload and associated resource management Senior level technical knowledge and experience of advising on complex transactions and commercial options High level of relevant professional, technical experience related to the delivery of commercial advice and complex transactions including market engagement Experience of leading and managing teams to be Track record of managing large mixed-use development projects from inception to completion Comprehensive understanding of property and investment markets, with exposure to UK and / or European real estate markets successful Track record of leading major developments in London Track record of working on complex urban sites with heritage assets
10/02/2026
Full time
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is embarking on one of the most ambitious hospital redevelopment programmes in the NHS, with a 3-4 billion investment planned across three major acute hospital sites. The role of Head of Commercial Property Development is central to realising the commercial potential of these projects, particularly the once in a generation redevelopment of St Marys Hospital in Paddington. The postholder will lead the identification, planning and execution of commercial property development opportunities generated by the new hospital build, including the transformation of significant surplus land for long term value creation. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a major London healthcare estate, contribute to improved patient care environments, and support pioneering work within Paddington Life Sciences. Main duties of the job The Head of Commercial Property Development will oversee the full lifecycle of commercial planning and development, from identifying opportunities to securing planning consent and preparing sites for longterm partnerships. They will evaluate commercial propositions, develop business cases and lead multidisciplinary advisor teams to keep projects aligned with strategic and programme priorities. A key responsibility is leading the St Marys masterplan, ensuring commercial development aligns with the new hospital design and supports the Trusts Paddington Life Sciences ambitions. The postholder will work with local authorities, the GLA and government stakeholders, managing complex and sensitive discussions with confidence and clarity. They will also shape procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships and ensure all commercial decisions meet legal, policy and governance standards. The role requires strong leadership and collaboration across Estates and Facilities, Finance, Imperial Private Healthcare, Imperial College London, external developers, consultants and community partners. The postholder will champion Trust values, promote an inclusive culture and ensure commercial activity delivers social, economic and environmental benefits for local communities. About us Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is one of the largest acute NHS trusts in the UK, serving over one million patients each year across five London hospitals: Charing Cross, Hammersmith, Queen Charlottes and Chelsea, St Marys and the Western Eye. Formed in 2007, the Trust has a global reputation for pioneering research, clinical excellence and educational innovation. As part of one of the UKs six academic health science centres, the Trust partners with Imperial College London to translate scientific discovery into better patient care, hosting one of the country's National Institute for Health Research Biomedical Research Centres. The Trust combines worldclass specialised services with integrated community and digital care, and continues to invest in transformative research, education and infrastructure to deliver better health, for life. Job responsibilities The Head of Commercial Property Development will play a critical strategic leadership role within the Trusts redevelopment programme, providing commercial, technical and property development expertise to support the planning and delivery of major hospital and mixeduse development projects. The postholder will take responsibility for maximising the commercial value embedded in the redevelopment proposals, ensuring that the Trusts land, estate and development opportunities are planned and executed in a way that supports clinical transformation, longterm financial sustainability and the Trusts life sciences ambitions. A core element of the role will be leading the commercial development strategy for St Marys Hospital. The redevelopment of St Marys will release approximately half of the existing site for commercial use, and the Trust intends to secure outline planning consent for the full campus, including both the new hospital and commercial development zones. The postholder will lead masterplanning activities, manage professional advisors, and collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the planning application is commercially robust, deliverable and aligned with strategic objectives. This includes working closely with the St Marys design team, the Redevelopment Capital Delivery Director, the St Marys Taskforce and partners from the life sciences ecosystem. The role requires a highly skilled commercial strategist with the ability to lead complex, multistakeholder programmes. The postholder will design commercial approaches to market, oversee the delivery of business cases, and provide seniorlevel advice on development phasing, financial modelling, planning risk and commercial procurement strategy. They will also ensure that commercial plans support environmental sustainability, netzero obligations and the Trusts commitment to social value. As a senior leader within the redevelopment programme, the postholder will help establish the valuesdriven culture of the team, providing mentorship, direction and resilience in a fastmoving, ambiguous and politically sensitive environment. Success in this role will be demonstrated by the delivery of a commercially viable, strategically aligned and financially optimised commercial development strategy for the St Marys site and wider Trust estate. The postholder will be expected to secure a comprehensive and deliverable masterplan and planning consent that supports the new hospital development and unlocks longterm commercial value. They will also be responsible for ensuring robust commercial governance, achieving measurable progress against redevelopment milestones and enabling the Trust to select and engage longterm development partners. Additional indicators of success include building strong and trusting relationships across senior internal and external stakeholders, delivering highquality business cases and analysis, leading professional teams effectively, and ensuring all plans support the Trusts commitments to netzero, social value and community benefit. The postholder will contribute to the overall success of the redevelopment programme by providing expert commercial insight, strategic leadership and a proactive, solutionsfocused approach to complex urban development challenges. Person Specification Qualifications Educated to masters level or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in large and complex organisations Membership of recognised professional body Evidence of CPD Skills/Abilities Leadership, vision, strategic thinking and planning with highly developed interpersonal skills Ability to make decisions autonomously when required, often in the absence of complete information Deep, proven, knowledge of delivering change within a complex environment. A skilled influencer who is outcome focused Undertaking detailed analysis and producing business cases to support investment High quality analytical and problem-solving abilities Ability to communicate complex problems and issues simply and effectively Sophisticated approach to delivering environmental sustainability and social value Supporting inclusive community engagement processes Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Political awareness and sensitivity Have tolerance for ambiguity in an often-changing environment Emotionally resilient and capable of responding positively to set-backs Significant experience of working with multiple organisations with sometimes opposing objectives to gain consensus Successful track record of delivery of proactive stakeholder engagement with evidence of measurable impact, Ability to analyse numerical and written data, assess options and draw appropriate conclusions Comprehensive IT skills: ability to input and manipulate financial data into databases and spreadsheets; and utilise the full suite of Microsoft Office programs High level critical thinking skills Experience Managing professional teams Delivery of complex commercial strategy and transactions in the public sector Commercial experience in the Manufacturing and Infrastructure industry on large scale property deals Senior leadership experience in a large and complex environment Experience communicating in hostile, antagonistic or highly emotive atmospheres, whilst still delivering the core message in a sensitive manner Significant experience in Programme management and structuring the delivery of complex work, incorporating multiple inputs and stakeholders, management of fluctuating workload and associated resource management Senior level technical knowledge and experience of advising on complex transactions and commercial options High level of relevant professional, technical experience related to the delivery of commercial advice and complex transactions including market engagement Experience of leading and managing teams to be Track record of managing large mixed-use development projects from inception to completion Comprehensive understanding of property and investment markets, with exposure to UK and / or European real estate markets successful Track record of leading major developments in London Track record of working on complex urban sites with heritage assets
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers. We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence.
Our significant Property Portfolio represents a vibrant, valuable, and complex network of physical spaces that enable learning and teaching, research and innovation, support the student experience as well as our partnerships and engagement.
The Property Services team has a strong reputation for providing a leading-edge planning and development consultancy that contributes to the success of the University of Auckland through the provision of high-quality physical environments. We build and service some of the largest and most complex buildings and construction projects in the country.
Te Rautaki Tūāpapa, our new Estate Strategy to 2030, reinforces our commitment to sustainability and provides a cohesive, future-focussed and coordinated approach to investment in, and management of, our physical environments throughout the University estate.
Job Description
The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi
We have a fantastic opportunity for a senior level leader to join our Capital Works team as Associate Director – Capital Works.
You will be working across a wide and varied portfolio of projects successfully managing consultant teams focused on delivery of significant projects through to completion phase.
Opportunities include working on specialist research facilities like the recently completed Space Institute in the Engineering School, high-tech teaching spaces like our Financial Lab and student accommodation upgrades right through to our much larger programme builds which include state of the art scientific and medical research facilities; teaching and learning facilities; or projects to support the student experience such as the new Recreation and Wellness Centre prominent on Symonds Street.
This is a pivotal role with key accountability for the planning, resourcing, investigation and delivery of major capital works projects.
Some key aspects and responsibilities include:
Engaging and managing consultant design teams.
Leading internal and external project managers engaged on capital projects
Stakeholder management across the University community and externally.
Ensuring the implementation of the University’s sustainability goals and meeting sustainability criteria identified for each project. Project procurement including calling and evaluation of tenders, tender documents, adherence to standards and consents.
Delivering exciting and cutting-edge design which talks to our place in Tamaki Makaurau, Aotearoa, and the Pacific region.
Construction management including leading internal and external teams, monitoring and recording progress including financials whilst liaising with engineers, consultants, the planning team and other internal stakeholders.
The development and implementing masterplans.
Managing resourcing, investigations, project briefs, programmes, design reports and budget approvals.
Strategic and Risk management.
For more information please see Position Description and Candidate Information Booklet
About you | He kōrero mōu
As an experienced leader, our ideal candidate will demonstrate a high-level ability to influence and communicate effectively to a diverse range of stakeholders. They will demonstrate cultural sensitivity, embrace diversity, and have the technical background to understand projects from multiple viewpoints and this will come from significant commercial and project management experience from a construction/architecture environment. They will operate with energy and passion and will demonstrate a collaborative approach where they partner closely with peers, value the needs of others and model best practice principals and behaviours. Teamwork, customer focus and negotiation skills are vital to the role.
Preference will be given to candidates with a proven understanding of large-scale building programmes and large impact compliance works and those who can demonstrate an ability to think and act strategically to provide valuable input to achieve the best long-term outcomes.
What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou
We offer our staff more than just a job - we offer them an opportunity to be part of a dynamic, world class organisation which provides staff with benefits and support throughout their lives and careers. We have a number of generous benefits that we believe will be important to you:
We realise your time is important to you. We offer a range of leave entitlements, including five weeks annual leave a year , and flexible working arrangements which allow for a greater work life balance.
UoA staff have access to two superannuation plans, Kiwisaver and UniSaver New Zealand, with the University contributing 6.75% annually towards UniSaver.
Your happiness and wellbeing at work is important to us. We have a range of support programmes and benefits available to support health and wellbeing. Discounted health insurance and eye testing, flu jabs, a Recreation Centre on campus, as well as a new state of the art recreation centre being built right now.
Enjoy our beautiful park like grounds and take advantage of the facilities on offer including childcare, parking, cafes, libraries etc.
Additional Information
How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
This position will be advertised both internally and externally and is due to close on the 10th September 2023.
Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
Please reach out to Joshua Chapman j.chapman@auckland.ac.nz for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpu iMVPFAFF + , people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
21/08/2023
Full time
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers. We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence.
Our significant Property Portfolio represents a vibrant, valuable, and complex network of physical spaces that enable learning and teaching, research and innovation, support the student experience as well as our partnerships and engagement.
The Property Services team has a strong reputation for providing a leading-edge planning and development consultancy that contributes to the success of the University of Auckland through the provision of high-quality physical environments. We build and service some of the largest and most complex buildings and construction projects in the country.
Te Rautaki Tūāpapa, our new Estate Strategy to 2030, reinforces our commitment to sustainability and provides a cohesive, future-focussed and coordinated approach to investment in, and management of, our physical environments throughout the University estate.
Job Description
The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi
We have a fantastic opportunity for a senior level leader to join our Capital Works team as Associate Director – Capital Works.
You will be working across a wide and varied portfolio of projects successfully managing consultant teams focused on delivery of significant projects through to completion phase.
Opportunities include working on specialist research facilities like the recently completed Space Institute in the Engineering School, high-tech teaching spaces like our Financial Lab and student accommodation upgrades right through to our much larger programme builds which include state of the art scientific and medical research facilities; teaching and learning facilities; or projects to support the student experience such as the new Recreation and Wellness Centre prominent on Symonds Street.
This is a pivotal role with key accountability for the planning, resourcing, investigation and delivery of major capital works projects.
Some key aspects and responsibilities include:
Engaging and managing consultant design teams.
Leading internal and external project managers engaged on capital projects
Stakeholder management across the University community and externally.
Ensuring the implementation of the University’s sustainability goals and meeting sustainability criteria identified for each project. Project procurement including calling and evaluation of tenders, tender documents, adherence to standards and consents.
Delivering exciting and cutting-edge design which talks to our place in Tamaki Makaurau, Aotearoa, and the Pacific region.
Construction management including leading internal and external teams, monitoring and recording progress including financials whilst liaising with engineers, consultants, the planning team and other internal stakeholders.
The development and implementing masterplans.
Managing resourcing, investigations, project briefs, programmes, design reports and budget approvals.
Strategic and Risk management.
For more information please see Position Description and Candidate Information Booklet
About you | He kōrero mōu
As an experienced leader, our ideal candidate will demonstrate a high-level ability to influence and communicate effectively to a diverse range of stakeholders. They will demonstrate cultural sensitivity, embrace diversity, and have the technical background to understand projects from multiple viewpoints and this will come from significant commercial and project management experience from a construction/architecture environment. They will operate with energy and passion and will demonstrate a collaborative approach where they partner closely with peers, value the needs of others and model best practice principals and behaviours. Teamwork, customer focus and negotiation skills are vital to the role.
Preference will be given to candidates with a proven understanding of large-scale building programmes and large impact compliance works and those who can demonstrate an ability to think and act strategically to provide valuable input to achieve the best long-term outcomes.
What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou
We offer our staff more than just a job - we offer them an opportunity to be part of a dynamic, world class organisation which provides staff with benefits and support throughout their lives and careers. We have a number of generous benefits that we believe will be important to you:
We realise your time is important to you. We offer a range of leave entitlements, including five weeks annual leave a year , and flexible working arrangements which allow for a greater work life balance.
UoA staff have access to two superannuation plans, Kiwisaver and UniSaver New Zealand, with the University contributing 6.75% annually towards UniSaver.
Your happiness and wellbeing at work is important to us. We have a range of support programmes and benefits available to support health and wellbeing. Discounted health insurance and eye testing, flu jabs, a Recreation Centre on campus, as well as a new state of the art recreation centre being built right now.
Enjoy our beautiful park like grounds and take advantage of the facilities on offer including childcare, parking, cafes, libraries etc.
Additional Information
How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
This position will be advertised both internally and externally and is due to close on the 10th September 2023.
Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
Please reach out to Joshua Chapman j.chapman@auckland.ac.nz for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpu iMVPFAFF + , people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
The Property team at Reed recruitment have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Estates and Facilities Manager to join our Clients team who provide a range of services to local communities and to the healthcare sector. With a network of locations across the UK the Company has been growing steadily and is constantly reviewing its property portfolio, service contracts and support to its regional teams.
There are 3 focus areas within this role being:
Estates ManagementThis role under the guidance and support of the Commercial team will manage our building estate. This will include identification of new buildings, securing and negotiation of leases, and fit out construction, along with through-life ownership to dilapidations and final handover to landlords at lease termination. There will also be a requirement for involvement in tender evaluations and other strategic initiatives, providing relevant competitive costing, Capex and budget management and contractor negotiation and management.
GovernanceAlong with the Group Indirect Procurement team there is a requirement for setting strategic direction with vendor selection & carrying out contract negotiation with contractors/vendors for support services both for centralised national contracts in additional to supporting local contracts as required. This will include the monitor and manage of on-site contractors through regular management meetings including measurement of KPI's, review of H&S risk assessments and procedures alongside the Governance team and providing data and information as relevant.
Repair & MaintenanceThe role will take responsibility for the operational running of the sites, focussing on all aspects of relevant contractor management related to construction, maintenance, utilities, plant, fittings and furnishings at a Company-wide level in addition to supporting small projects, maintenance, and repairs at a local level in partnership with Service Centre Managers.
With proven experience as a multi-site Facilities Manager, you will work across the business to provide support and to heighten the professionalism of the department through development and improvement of existing processes and contracts. In particular you will build strong working relationships with Procurement, Commercial, Operations, and Governance to ensure that their premises enable quality and meet the needs of the business, service users and are legally compliant.
About you -
Ability to manage both hard & soft services and contracts.
Proven strong contractor negotiation and management skills that ensure quality, safety, and cost-effective solutions.
Flexible, thoroughly self-motivated, and tenacious, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent leadership skills with drive to complete to deadlines
Good analytical/critical thinking
Experience with building maintenance upkeep, structural issues, and grounds maintenance.
Contract management knowledge and experience gained in service delivery surroundings.
Understanding and experience of managing health & safety legislative, contractual and management system requirements within facility management.
Well-versed in technical/engineering operations and facilities management best practices
08/10/2021
Permanent
The Property team at Reed recruitment have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Estates and Facilities Manager to join our Clients team who provide a range of services to local communities and to the healthcare sector. With a network of locations across the UK the Company has been growing steadily and is constantly reviewing its property portfolio, service contracts and support to its regional teams.
There are 3 focus areas within this role being:
Estates ManagementThis role under the guidance and support of the Commercial team will manage our building estate. This will include identification of new buildings, securing and negotiation of leases, and fit out construction, along with through-life ownership to dilapidations and final handover to landlords at lease termination. There will also be a requirement for involvement in tender evaluations and other strategic initiatives, providing relevant competitive costing, Capex and budget management and contractor negotiation and management.
GovernanceAlong with the Group Indirect Procurement team there is a requirement for setting strategic direction with vendor selection & carrying out contract negotiation with contractors/vendors for support services both for centralised national contracts in additional to supporting local contracts as required. This will include the monitor and manage of on-site contractors through regular management meetings including measurement of KPI's, review of H&S risk assessments and procedures alongside the Governance team and providing data and information as relevant.
Repair & MaintenanceThe role will take responsibility for the operational running of the sites, focussing on all aspects of relevant contractor management related to construction, maintenance, utilities, plant, fittings and furnishings at a Company-wide level in addition to supporting small projects, maintenance, and repairs at a local level in partnership with Service Centre Managers.
With proven experience as a multi-site Facilities Manager, you will work across the business to provide support and to heighten the professionalism of the department through development and improvement of existing processes and contracts. In particular you will build strong working relationships with Procurement, Commercial, Operations, and Governance to ensure that their premises enable quality and meet the needs of the business, service users and are legally compliant.
About you -
Ability to manage both hard & soft services and contracts.
Proven strong contractor negotiation and management skills that ensure quality, safety, and cost-effective solutions.
Flexible, thoroughly self-motivated, and tenacious, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent leadership skills with drive to complete to deadlines
Good analytical/critical thinking
Experience with building maintenance upkeep, structural issues, and grounds maintenance.
Contract management knowledge and experience gained in service delivery surroundings.
Understanding and experience of managing health & safety legislative, contractual and management system requirements within facility management.
Well-versed in technical/engineering operations and facilities management best practices
Construction Jobs
Kingston upon Thames, Greater London
Senior Project Manager
The Role
This is an important client facing role in the Estates and Sustainability professional team – a team which provides strategic planning, design and project management, space and property management, operational sustainability management, energy management, biodiversity management and other expert advice to the University.
Estates leads on the development and implementation of the vision for the estate which includes refurbishment projects and some new buildings that will transform the learning and teaching experience at the University’s campuses as well as innovative space, energy management and biodiversity projects. We are particularly focussed on the estate implications of Covid-19 across the sector.
The Project Manager will lead briefing, development, procurement and project delivery on projects of varying sizes across the University Estate and will act as the in-house project manager on smaller scale projects. This is a unique client-side project management role that will give the post-holder great experience across a diverse range of projects, giving the University the in-house capability to deliver quality, value for money projects, ranging from minor projects at circa £0.1m to £0.5m to major capital schemes in excess of £20m.
The Person
With a construction related technical qualification, the successful candidate will possess significant project management experience, including leading small scale projects and larger capital schemes, working on building types with comparable characteristics to those at Kingston University. Strong technical construction and project management skills with experience of project reporting to senior level stakeholders will be expected. Prospective candidates will be technically competent and familiar with construction contract administration and able to demonstrate good experience of managing construction projects safely and within the parameters of time, cost and quality.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and analytical skills together with the capability to work in a cross-functional way are required in this role.
Directorate/Function
Create an environment that meets the evolving needs of the Kingston University community
The Estates function is responsible for delivering continual improvements to the University's estate and enhancing the estate and facilities experience for students and staff. Our staff achieve this through developing and overseeing our property and managing space, energy, biodiversity and estate-related health and safety matters.
We aim to achieve the highest practicable standards of energy efficiency throughout the University’s estate and facilitate the University strategy relating to student residential and recreational provision. In all activity we implement sustainable practice through our choice of methods, materials and technology.
Closing Date: 19 November 2020
27/10/2020
Permanent
Senior Project Manager
The Role
This is an important client facing role in the Estates and Sustainability professional team – a team which provides strategic planning, design and project management, space and property management, operational sustainability management, energy management, biodiversity management and other expert advice to the University.
Estates leads on the development and implementation of the vision for the estate which includes refurbishment projects and some new buildings that will transform the learning and teaching experience at the University’s campuses as well as innovative space, energy management and biodiversity projects. We are particularly focussed on the estate implications of Covid-19 across the sector.
The Project Manager will lead briefing, development, procurement and project delivery on projects of varying sizes across the University Estate and will act as the in-house project manager on smaller scale projects. This is a unique client-side project management role that will give the post-holder great experience across a diverse range of projects, giving the University the in-house capability to deliver quality, value for money projects, ranging from minor projects at circa £0.1m to £0.5m to major capital schemes in excess of £20m.
The Person
With a construction related technical qualification, the successful candidate will possess significant project management experience, including leading small scale projects and larger capital schemes, working on building types with comparable characteristics to those at Kingston University. Strong technical construction and project management skills with experience of project reporting to senior level stakeholders will be expected. Prospective candidates will be technically competent and familiar with construction contract administration and able to demonstrate good experience of managing construction projects safely and within the parameters of time, cost and quality.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and analytical skills together with the capability to work in a cross-functional way are required in this role.
Directorate/Function
Create an environment that meets the evolving needs of the Kingston University community
The Estates function is responsible for delivering continual improvements to the University's estate and enhancing the estate and facilities experience for students and staff. Our staff achieve this through developing and overseeing our property and managing space, energy, biodiversity and estate-related health and safety matters.
We aim to achieve the highest practicable standards of energy efficiency throughout the University’s estate and facilitate the University strategy relating to student residential and recreational provision. In all activity we implement sustainable practice through our choice of methods, materials and technology.
Closing Date: 19 November 2020
Principal Quantity Surveyor/ Estates Advisor, NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, Permanent, circa £60,000
Your new organisation
Welsh Government (Capital, Estates & Facilities) invests nearly £300m in capital per annum in development of the NHS Estate and its infrastructure. NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership - Specialist Estates Services (NWSP SES) provides advice and support to the Welsh Government (WG) and NHS Wales organisations on a wide range of issues related to the built environment in healthcare facilities.
The multidisciplinary team offer advice including strategic estates advice, property and land acquisition, engineering and facilities management. Velindre University NHS Trust hosts the services of NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and as such, your contract of employment would be with them.
Your new role
The Principal QS (Strategic Estates Advisor), using highly developed specialist knowledge, will take a lead role in providing professional and technical support to Welsh Government (WG) and Health Boards in planning and delivery of their major capital investment programme. You will work closely with specialist estates staff to ensure that WG is provided with timely professional advice at all stages of their investment appraisal and monitoring process. You will liaise with Health Boards on Estate Development business cases for a range of construction projects from circa £2m up to £1bn new build healthcare properties. Examples of projects or programmes in the pipeline are listed below, together with their overall estimated investment budgets;
Specialist Critical Care Unit, Newport, £300m
Replacement to University Hospital Wales, The Heath, circa £1bn
Rationalisation of hospitals in West Wales, circa £1bn
Major refurbishment of Prince Charles Hospital £150-£200m
Engineering infrastructure Programme, Wrexham Maelor, £60m
New Velindre Cancer Centre, Whitchurch - £280m
Various primary care health and well-being centre projects (e.g. medical practices etc) in the range of £15m-£20m.
You will report to the Head of Estate Development. You will hold line management responsibility of a Senior Quantity Surveyor. Duties and responsibilities;
Provide advice, guidance and support on a broad range of strategic estate planning issues in relation to the NHS estate, to Welsh Government (WG) and NHS organisations in Wales.
Lead and coordinate the process of providing scrutiny comments on business cases submitted to WG for capital investment in the estate and associated infrastructure; thereafter oversee delivery stage activity to check compliance with original business case parameters.
Have a thorough understanding of the 'How to Cost a Hospital' guidance published by NHS Estates, and historic cost analyses and index information published by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (or Building Cost Information Service BCIS).
Where required represent the NHS in Wales on working groups and committees at UK level and disseminate information from these groups to the NHS in Wales
Deputise for the Head of Estates Development at working groups and committees in his absence when requested.
What you'll need to succeed
Essential
Extensive experience of working as a Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager/Project Manager
Highly developed technical/practical and theoretical knowledge of complex estates related issues
Thorough knowledge of capital procurement and business case processes
Experience of working at a senior professional level in complex building and estate related areas
Experience of providing authoritative advice to organisations at a senior level
Significant appropriate experience of managing staff/ team
Ability to plan and manage projects and co-ordinate the activity of a team
Ability to lead, influence and negotiate
Ability to delegate and to empower others
Self-motivated with the ability to manage workload within tight deadlines
Good interpersonal and team skills
Good communication skills, both orally and written
Literate in IT/Computer skills
Desirable;
Knowledge of hospital estates related issues
Knowledge of the estates policy and guidance framework within NHS Wales
Qualifications/Memberships
Professional Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
A Degree in an appropriate estates related discipline, ideally Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management.
Records of undertaking mandatory Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
What you'll get in return
You will be permanently employed with an annual salary of £53,168 - £62,001 (NHS Band 8b) depending on experience/salary level. Competitive benefits package including; NHS Wales pension contribution 20.68% employer and 12.5% employee (circa 33% per annum). Annual leave entitlement of 27 days up to 5 years of service, 29 days for 5 to 10 years and 33 days after 10 years. Working hours 37.5 per week, with flexible start and finish times.
What you need to do now
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14/07/2020
Permanent
Principal Quantity Surveyor/ Estates Advisor, NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, Permanent, circa £60,000
Your new organisation
Welsh Government (Capital, Estates & Facilities) invests nearly £300m in capital per annum in development of the NHS Estate and its infrastructure. NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership - Specialist Estates Services (NWSP SES) provides advice and support to the Welsh Government (WG) and NHS Wales organisations on a wide range of issues related to the built environment in healthcare facilities.
The multidisciplinary team offer advice including strategic estates advice, property and land acquisition, engineering and facilities management. Velindre University NHS Trust hosts the services of NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and as such, your contract of employment would be with them.
Your new role
The Principal QS (Strategic Estates Advisor), using highly developed specialist knowledge, will take a lead role in providing professional and technical support to Welsh Government (WG) and Health Boards in planning and delivery of their major capital investment programme. You will work closely with specialist estates staff to ensure that WG is provided with timely professional advice at all stages of their investment appraisal and monitoring process. You will liaise with Health Boards on Estate Development business cases for a range of construction projects from circa £2m up to £1bn new build healthcare properties. Examples of projects or programmes in the pipeline are listed below, together with their overall estimated investment budgets;
Specialist Critical Care Unit, Newport, £300m
Replacement to University Hospital Wales, The Heath, circa £1bn
Rationalisation of hospitals in West Wales, circa £1bn
Major refurbishment of Prince Charles Hospital £150-£200m
Engineering infrastructure Programme, Wrexham Maelor, £60m
New Velindre Cancer Centre, Whitchurch - £280m
Various primary care health and well-being centre projects (e.g. medical practices etc) in the range of £15m-£20m.
You will report to the Head of Estate Development. You will hold line management responsibility of a Senior Quantity Surveyor. Duties and responsibilities;
Provide advice, guidance and support on a broad range of strategic estate planning issues in relation to the NHS estate, to Welsh Government (WG) and NHS organisations in Wales.
Lead and coordinate the process of providing scrutiny comments on business cases submitted to WG for capital investment in the estate and associated infrastructure; thereafter oversee delivery stage activity to check compliance with original business case parameters.
Have a thorough understanding of the 'How to Cost a Hospital' guidance published by NHS Estates, and historic cost analyses and index information published by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (or Building Cost Information Service BCIS).
Where required represent the NHS in Wales on working groups and committees at UK level and disseminate information from these groups to the NHS in Wales
Deputise for the Head of Estates Development at working groups and committees in his absence when requested.
What you'll need to succeed
Essential
Extensive experience of working as a Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager/Project Manager
Highly developed technical/practical and theoretical knowledge of complex estates related issues
Thorough knowledge of capital procurement and business case processes
Experience of working at a senior professional level in complex building and estate related areas
Experience of providing authoritative advice to organisations at a senior level
Significant appropriate experience of managing staff/ team
Ability to plan and manage projects and co-ordinate the activity of a team
Ability to lead, influence and negotiate
Ability to delegate and to empower others
Self-motivated with the ability to manage workload within tight deadlines
Good interpersonal and team skills
Good communication skills, both orally and written
Literate in IT/Computer skills
Desirable;
Knowledge of hospital estates related issues
Knowledge of the estates policy and guidance framework within NHS Wales
Qualifications/Memberships
Professional Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
A Degree in an appropriate estates related discipline, ideally Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management.
Records of undertaking mandatory Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
What you'll get in return
You will be permanently employed with an annual salary of £53,168 - £62,001 (NHS Band 8b) depending on experience/salary level. Competitive benefits package including; NHS Wales pension contribution 20.68% employer and 12.5% employee (circa 33% per annum). Annual leave entitlement of 27 days up to 5 years of service, 29 days for 5 to 10 years and 33 days after 10 years. Working hours 37.5 per week, with flexible start and finish times.
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