Head of Estates Capital Programme

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Head of Estates Capital Programme to lead the development and delivery of the Trust's capital programme.

The postholder will be responsible for overseeing a diverse portfolio of capital projects from feasibility and design through to business case approval, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover. They will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality and compliance standards.

The role will provide leadership across programme governance, financial management, risk, procurement and project delivery, working closely with clinical and operational services, Estates and Facilities teams, senior leaders, consultants and contractors.

The successful candidate will bring strong NHS capital project experience, technical knowledge and leadership skills, with an understanding of RIBA, HTMs, HBNs, CDM and relevant building safety requirements. They will play a key role in ensuring capital investment supports the Trust's strategic priorities and delivers safe, high-quality environments for patients, staff and visitors.

Main duties of the job

• Lead the development and delivery of the Trust's capital programme, ensuring projects meet service needs and are delivered to agreed quality, timescales and budgets.
• Manage major capital projects from feasibility and design through business case approval, procurement, construction, commissioning and completion.
• Monitor capital expenditure, project milestones, risks and overall programme performance, taking corrective action where required.
• Prepare and present capital bids and business cases through the appropriate Trust governance and approval routes.
• Ensure procurement complies with the Trust's Standing Financial Instructions and relevant procurement requirements.
• Maintain robust project governance, including project plans, risk registers, approvals, financial controls and reporting.
• Provide technical, construction, project management and cost planning expertise, including the application of HTMs and HBNs.
• Lead and manage the capital project team and oversee the appointment and performance of external consultants and contractors.

Benefits

• NHS Discounts
• Generous annual leave
• NHS pension scheme
• Excellent internal staff network
• Flexible working and health and wellbeing initiatives

Person Specification

• Qualifications: Degree in Building Surveying, Architecture, Quantity Surveying or other property or construction related subject
• Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, Architects or other construction related professional body
• Recognised Project Management Qualification
• Experience of using NHS or other public sector framework agreements for procurement of construction or consultant services
• Knowledge of EU procurement regulations
• Knowledge & understanding of Health Building Notes (HBN's) & Health Technical Notes (HTM's)