Login to Apply

Lifecycle Projects

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Salary - £50,000- £60,000 per annum, depending on experience plus benefits

An exciting opportunity for a Head of Projects to join the team at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital in Norwich.

The key purpose of this role is to lead, manage and be accountable for Hard FM Project delivery within a demanding PFI hospital environment. This will include the strategic development, improvement, and growth of Hard FM Project delivery. The post holder is accountable for the safe and compliant delivery of Capital and Lifecycle projects, considering the financial plan and contract strategy. Liaison and development of effective relationships with the NHS and The Project Co (SPV) at all levels will be an integral element of the role, as will be the ability to deliver the services in line with the budgets while achieving the regulatory, contractual, legal, and internal compliance standards through a motivated team.

This role will be part of the contract Senior Management Team and at times deputise for the Contract Director in respect of all Project and Estates matters within the contract in the absence of the Contract Director.

Main Accountabilities:

Operational Excellence:

* Ensure appropriate corporate governance is in place to comply with health, safety, CDM, and other legal requirements within the department, working within the Management System (SMS).

* Supply technical knowledge (SME) and input across the contract and as required.

* Identify and implement effective change and transformation service improvements by guiding others and helping them adapt to improve overall business performance.

* Manage a variety of complex service risks and issues, making autonomous decisions to find practical solutions.

People:

* To provide leadership and management to the contract management team and Project team so that all employees understand and adopt the strategy and plans and are motivated to achieve their objectives in a timely and professional manner.

* Develop and mentor team members in all aspects of Hard FM Project delivery and ensure a comprehensive succession plan is in place and regularly reviewed and updated.

* Review and organise the Hard FM as required to deliver safe, successful, and high-quality services to the client and customer.

* Ensure a culture of high employee engagement and participation through effective and sustained people strategies aligned with the overall business objectives.

* Effectively and appropriately allocate and empower responsibility to others to maximise the individuals’ and organisational effectiveness.

* Effectively manage the team using the full range of People Policies and Procedures, including Recruitment and Selection, Performance Development Review, Absence Management, Discipline, and Grievance.

Financials:

* The post holder will be financially accountable for the service(s) they are responsible for, which will include the preparation, monitoring, and delivery of the budget in line with contract objectives.

* Develop the business development strategy to support delivery of the contract’s growth aspirations.

* Draw up contingency plans to manage projected overspends.

* Identify and implement cost-saving efficiencies across the service(s).

* Manage costings and implementation of Capital variations.

Other:

* Participate as a full member of the contract leadership team, attending and holding team meetings, delivering innovation, sharing good practice across the contract, and contributing effectively to debates.

* Lead on the Hard FM Lifecycle and aspects of any asset condition and compliance surveys, delivering action plans and improvements where required.

* Support the development of the contract’s business strategy and business plan.

What you’ll need:

Essential Skills and Knowledge:

* Knowledge and understanding of complex Building Services systems.

* Evidence of strong leadership and people management skills: influence, support, and steer a large diverse team.

* Strong ability to identify, analyse, and develop continuous improvement opportunities.

* Strong people management skills including managing absence, conflict, discipline & grievance, performance, learning, and development.

* Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

* Experience in managing budgets more than £5m revenue per annum.

* Confident with IT equipment and software, including normal business applications.

Essential Experiences:

* Proven experience of working in complex Hard FM environments, ideally in acute healthcare, with PFI contract experience preferable.

* Working knowledge and experience of commercial and legal processes associated with project delivery, from inception to execution. Including, but not limited to, Supplemental Agreements, Letters of Indemnity, JCT D&B Contracts, and Design Consultancy Agreements.

* Leading and building a team of more than 10 colleagues.

* Managing a budget of more than £5m revenue per annum.

What we offer:

Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews

Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

Holidays: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Training and development: Wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression

Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at managed leisure centres

Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment, and travel

ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy shares at a discount at the end of your savings period

Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network, and be part of a community

Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free through our Payroll Giving Scheme