Band 8B-Senior Project Manager

In this senior role, you will be responsible for coordinating and managing Estates engineering projects. You will ensure compliance with all relevant legislative and statutory requirements, as well as Trust and NHS guidance and frameworks, while aiming for the most efficient and economical use of the Trust's expenditure.

You will also play a key role in developing and delivering the Trust's ambitious backlog maintenance programme, managing some of the most challenging engineering projects in a healthcare setting.

Main duties of the job

To act as Authorised Person for Electrical High Voltage and Low Voltage systems. To advise and support the Estates Programme Manager, DCE/HPD, Project Sponsors, Project Board/team, and senior clinicians. You will take primary responsibility for coordinating, managing, and delivering major engineering projects, ensuring they meet performance, time, cost, and quality objectives.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies, and conduct more than 17 million tests.

Our size, scale, and influence offer unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to work that accommodates your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits to advanced training, we support your career progression.

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Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for more details about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

• Chartered Construction professional (RICS, RIBA, CEng, or similar)
• Degree/Diploma aligned with key competencies in construction and contract management
• Diploma in Project Management
• BSth Edition Electrical qualification

Values

• Demonstrate ability to embody Trust values

Experience

• Experience with various project planning and programming techniques
• Proven ability to lead, plan, manage, and successfully deliver projects in a collaborative manner
• Experience as Contract Administrator for ECC/JCT contracts
• Authorized Person for Electrical HV/LV systems

Skills and Aptitudes

• Confident in sharing information and ideas effectively using diverse techniques
• Ability to engage with stakeholders and service providers proactively
• Knowledge of ECC/JCT contracts, HBNs, Firecode, HGN, and HTM standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, project management software, and Microsoft Office
• Strong written communication and analytical skills
• Ability to analyze financial data quickly and apply commercial and technical knowledge to maximize estate value
• Autonomous in predicting and addressing property management issues to mitigate risks
• Ability to train, mentor, and develop others in property management and professional skills

Personal Qualities & Attributes

• Ability to work cohesively with colleagues
• Physical fitness to work at heights
• Organizational skills to manage workload and meet objectives
• Analytical and technical skills to produce clear, effective reports
• Willingness to exert significant mental effort required for the role

Others

• Ability to train and mentor others for professional development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required to verify any criminal convictions.

Salary: £70,387 to £80,465 per annum, inclusive of HCAS.