Job summary
This role is for a construction Project Manager to join the existing Better Environments team working for the Better Environments Lead Project Manager as part of a team responsible for the successful delivery of the Better Environments programme. In particular they will be part of the construction team helping to deliver the new facilities at Tolworth and Barnes. The successful candidate should have extensive experience in delivering successful construction projects within a NHS Mental Health setting. They should also have experience in working with construction partners and managing a variety of sub-contractors in the delivery of construction activities.
The post is full time and for a fixed term period for the duration of the Better Environments programme, currently due to end by 31 March 2028. The post is based at Tolworth Hospital, at site five days a week, and will also involve travel between some of our other sites (Springfield, Barnes, Livingston House and Queen Mary's) as required as part of your duties on an ad hoc basis.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of the Better Environments programme Enabling construction projects at Tolworth Hospital and Barnes within agreed timeframes in line with financial forecasts and to agreed Trust Requirements and quality standards. They will be responsible for ensuring that the project budgets are well managed and be responsible for the completion of the procurement of services as appropriate, raising purchase orders, processing invoices and reporting spend on budget.
They will need to demonstrate effective construction project management across all of the individual schemes within the Better Environments programme. This will include leading on ensuring that the commissioning process for the new hospitals is completed and achieving practical completion in line with the Trust Employer Requirements. As part of this process they will need to ensure that the Contractor adheres to the Construction Development Agreement Employer's Requirements and support obtaining appropriate Trust sign offs for the design elements. To achieve this it is critical that the successful candidate develops and maintains effective working relationships with Key Stakeholders, demonstrating active involvement and inclusion of customer satisfaction.
Flexible working:
We are proud to offer agile and flexible working opportunities as part of our new ways of working, and we are happy to talk flexible working at the interview stage.
About us
We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust.
We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good' - we aspire to be 'outstanding'.
This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services as we invest a further £120m to upgrade and modernise our estate by 2027 (of which the successful candidate will play a vital part).
We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do.
We offer flexible working, career development and a variety of benefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.
Come and join our inclusive teams and help our patients on their recovery journey.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Take direct responsibility for ensuring construction projects are appropriately delivered in accordance with the approved business cases, providing regular management reports, tracking progress, ensuring forecasts on potential expenditure or shortfall are prepared and that budgets are appropriately managed for each project.
Lead on the procurement of local EMP Enabling Programmes within Trust guidelines
The postholder will liaise closely with the Better Environments Senior Finance Business partner in preparation of budgets and forecasting for current and future programmes. Directly responsible for the management of capital spend; completing procurement exercises, raising Purchase Orders, processing Invoices and accountable for reporting this capital spend.
The postholder will also be required to play an active role in the development of shared learning, through Post Project Evaluation reporting, etc. and the training and development of key staff.
Advising the Lead Project Manager regarding the progress of specific enabling schemes and impact upon the overall Programme.
To identify and escalate day-to-day site risks on the delivery of the Better Environments programme and assist in the mitigation of these risks.
To manage the interface between the hospital construction site and the working Trust estate, ensuring there are no interuptions to the Trusts operations. This will involve acting as part of the project management team and point of contact for site interface issues, escalating them to the Better Environments Lead Project Manager where necessary.
Provide technical advice to the Trusts facilities and clinical staff as part of the hospital construction design approval process. Attend all design reviews and manage the sample approval process. Lead in the delivery of the FF&E for the new hospitals.
Work as part of the Trusts Better Environments Design team to ensure adherence to the Hospital Employers Requirements, as detailed within the Construction Development Agreement (CDA). In particular support the hospital commissioning process, advising the Trust of any issues or areas of non-compliance.
Work with the Employers Agent to confirm appropriate Trust sign off during the commissioning phase and agree practical completion of the hospital construction.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Take direct responsibility for ensuring construction projects are appropriately delivered in accordance with the approved business cases, providing regular management reports, tracking progress, ensuring forecasts on potential expenditure or shortfall are prepared and that budgets are appropriately managed for each project.
Lead on the procurement of local EMP Enabling Programmes within Trust guidelines
The postholder will liaise closely with the Better Environments Senior Finance Business partner in preparation of budgets and forecasting for current and future programmes. Directly responsible for the management of capital spend; completing procurement exercises, raising Purchase Orders, processing Invoices and accountable for reporting this capital spend.
The postholder will also be required to play an active role in the development of shared learning, through Post Project Evaluation reporting, etc. and the training and development of key staff.
Advising the Lead Project Manager regarding the progress of specific enabling schemes and impact upon the overall Programme.
To identify and escalate day-to-day site risks on the delivery of the Better Environments programme and assist in the mitigation of these risks.
To manage the interface between the hospital construction site and the working Trust estate, ensuring there are no interuptions to the Trusts operations. This will involve acting as part of the project management team and point of contact for site interface issues, escalating them to the Better Environments Lead Project Manager where necessary.
Provide technical advice to the Trusts facilities and clinical staff as part of the hospital construction design approval process. Attend all design reviews and manage the sample approval process. Lead in the delivery of the FF&E for the new hospitals.
Work as part of the Trusts Better Environments Design team to ensure adherence to the Hospital Employers Requirements, as detailed within the Construction Development Agreement (CDA). In particular support the hospital commissioning process, advising the Trust of any issues or areas of non-compliance.
Work with the Employers Agent to confirm appropriate Trust sign off during the commissioning phase and agree practical completion of the hospital construction.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- PRINCE 2 methodology or alternative project management qualification or demonstrable project management experience
- Part-Professionally Qualified technical professional with significant experience of capital projects, or equivalent, relevant and related professional experience
Desirable
- Qualified property professional - chartered surveyor, builder, engineer or registered architect, or Certification, Professional Membership
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a number of project management roles
- Experience of successfully delivering major capital development schemes /rationalisation programmes
- Experience of working in or managing multi-site operations, would be an advantage
- Experience of managing suppliers and contractors
- Experience of working with stakeholders/clients to produce Strategic Development Briefs and Client/User requirements
- Experience of working as part of complex, multi-disciplinary/multi-agency Project Teams
Desirable
- Post qualification experience in an NHS Mental Health Trust, NHS Trust, NHS Foundation Trust or Public Sector Authority
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc), plus AutoCAD
- A high level of analytical and problem solving skills will frequently be required from time to time
- Ability to manage an unpredictable work pattern with for example, periods of intense concentration, frequent site visits, occasional project emergencies, routine office work and the chairing of meetings when necessary
- Ability to work in a team and in partnership with internal and external partners
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- PRINCE 2 methodology or alternative project management qualification or demonstrable project management experience
- Part-Professionally Qualified technical professional with significant experience of capital projects, or equivalent, relevant and related professional experience
Desirable
- Qualified property professional - chartered surveyor, builder, engineer or registered architect, or Certification, Professional Membership
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a number of project management roles
- Experience of successfully delivering major capital development schemes /rationalisation programmes
- Experience of working in or managing multi-site operations, would be an advantage
- Experience of managing suppliers and contractors
- Experience of working with stakeholders/clients to produce Strategic Development Briefs and Client/User requirements
- Experience of working as part of complex, multi-disciplinary/multi-agency Project Teams
Desirable
- Post qualification experience in an NHS Mental Health Trust, NHS Trust, NHS Foundation Trust or Public Sector Authority
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc), plus AutoCAD
- A high level of analytical and problem solving skills will frequently be required from time to time
- Ability to manage an unpredictable work pattern with for example, periods of intense concentration, frequent site visits, occasional project emergencies, routine office work and the chairing of meetings when necessary
- Ability to work in a team and in partnership with internal and external partners
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
