Job summary
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is pleased to present and exceptional opportunity to become the Deputy Director of Estates Development within the multi-disciplinary Property and Estates Development department.
As Deputy Director of Estates Development you will guide the delivery of the ambitious Estates Development Capital programme for the UK's largest Trust, which consists of a large backlog programme across all ten of the hospitals in group and off-campus properties, as well as being responsible for overseeing the delivery of transformational business cases, such as £40m Emergency Department redevelopment, new £15m Community Diagnostic Centre and enabling programme and for North Manchester General Hospital's new hospital as part of the New Hospital Programme (NHP).
Reporting to the Director of Estates Development, the successful candidate will be an experienced construction professional with expert skills in stakeholder management, business case development, benefits realisation, programme management and reporting on progress, finance, risk, health and safety and quality. The successful candidate will have direct line management responsibilities and will need to demonstrate experience of leadership in setting distinct objectives, monitoring and objectives realisation. Whilst NHS experience is desirable, we would encourage candidates that have suitable qualifications but no NHS experience to apply, as specific training can be provided.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be technically adept in a construction-related discipline, enthusiastic, dedicated and an experienced leader with a proven track record of project delivery, programme management and line management of a site-based, multi-disciplinary team of internal Senior Capital Projects Managers, Project Managers and external consultants and design teams. The successful candidate will take a lead on the definition, prioritisation and delivery of the Backlog Maintenance programme and will be experienced in statutory and regulatory requirements that inform the backlog programme as well as have a proven track record of the prioritisation process in forming an annual capital plan. In addition, the successful candidate will be required to provide a strategic oversight of capital investment, strategic planning and estate rationalisation, as well as business case delivery. The candidate will be responsible for the programme management and delivery of capital projects across all ten hospitals within group. Programme management will include, but not be limited to, financial, programme and risk management, as well as promoting a culture of H&S and quality throughout and driving best practice. The successful candidate will need to possess a strong aptitude for managing a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading, integrated healthcare provider, the largest of its kind in specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, serving over 1 million people per year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. With a workforce of 30,000 plus, we are at the forefront of system leadership, innovation, and transformation across Greater Manchester.
As a senior manager, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering our strategic objectives. You will lead complex programmes, drive operational excellence, and influence Trust-wide transformation, working collaboratively with or through Executive and Clinical Leaders to deliver sustainable improvements for our patients, staff, and communities.MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, vision, and expertise are valued. You will have the opportunity to lead high-impact projects, develop future talent, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, supported by advanced digital infrastructure and a commitment to professional development.
Join us to make a lasting impact--help shape the future of our Trust, drive innovation, and deliver outstanding care for the people of Manchester, Trafford and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Chartered Membership of an appropriate Professional Organisation
- MSc Degree in Engineering, Building, Surveying, Architecture, Estate or Facilities Management.
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
- Appropriate Chartered Registration of relevant Professional Body i.e. RIBA/RICS/CIOB
Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive experience in a Senior Management position with responsibility, and accountability; for the delivery of Estates and Facilities services and/or Capital delivery in a healthcare setting.
- Understanding of the dynamics and complexities of NHS Healthcare environment
- Able to demonstrate a strong track record of entrepreneurial leadership and achievement in performance improvement at a board level in a healthcare environment
- Experience of negotiating large construction contracts
- Evidence of successful management of large budgets
- Experience of best value and market testing programmes
- Working with Private Sector to deliver quality services
- Working with key stakeholders and service users to agree and develop SLAs
- Experience of working across departments and organisational boundaries and with clinicians and multidisciplinary teams
- Experience of management of staff
- Expertise within specialist Estates/Facilities healthcare function
- Sound understanding of financial management and processes, in depth knowledge of Contracts and Contract Management
- Knowledge of the Estates & Facilities function in the NHS setting. Knowledge of Capital investment regulations, familiar with NHS Design and procurement guidance
- Sound Knowledge of relevant Legal, Health & Safety, Asbestos, Risk Management, CDM, compliance management, current legislation and mandatory requirements associated work place practices
- Understanding of healthcare provision together with awareness and appreciation of current NHS policy and priorities
Desirable
- Responsibility for compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), supported by a planned risk assessment process
- Extensive and substantial post qualification experience in management of healthcare estates facilities
- Ability to demonstrate a keen understanding of the issues relating to both the Trust and the NHS and how these influence non-clinical support services
- Experience of the management of PFI contracts
- Experience of delivering Estates, Facilities or Capital projects in a healthcare setting
- Previous experience within an NHS environment Awareness of the current issues facing the NHS
- Experience of negotiating property-related contracts
- Detailed understanding of the Legal system and Law related to ownership of property
Training & Experience
Essential
- The post holder should have a significant experience of working at a senior level within a busy multi-disciplinary construction consultancy office environment with experience of:- oWriting and preparing detailed working drawings oWriting and preparing specifications oWriting and preparing tender documentation oSite supervision oContract Management of projects
- Experience in leading multi-disciplinary design teams and directing external consultants on project requirements and design issues
Desirable
- Sound knowledge of relevant Legal, Health & Safety legislation and associated work place practices
others
Essential
- Travel between sites will be required
- Experience of attending sites, familiar with the use of PPE and able to undertake dynamic and planned Risk Assessments for required activities.
Desirable
- Ability to have access to a vehicle
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Chartered Membership of an appropriate Professional Organisation
- MSc Degree in Engineering, Building, Surveying, Architecture, Estate or Facilities Management.
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
- Appropriate Chartered Registration of relevant Professional Body i.e. RIBA/RICS/CIOB
Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive experience in a Senior Management position with responsibility, and accountability; for the delivery of Estates and Facilities services and/or Capital delivery in a healthcare setting.
- Understanding of the dynamics and complexities of NHS Healthcare environment
- Able to demonstrate a strong track record of entrepreneurial leadership and achievement in performance improvement at a board level in a healthcare environment
- Experience of negotiating large construction contracts
- Evidence of successful management of large budgets
- Experience of best value and market testing programmes
- Working with Private Sector to deliver quality services
- Working with key stakeholders and service users to agree and develop SLAs
- Experience of working across departments and organisational boundaries and with clinicians and multidisciplinary teams
- Experience of management of staff
- Expertise within specialist Estates/Facilities healthcare function
- Sound understanding of financial management and processes, in depth knowledge of Contracts and Contract Management
- Knowledge of the Estates & Facilities function in the NHS setting. Knowledge of Capital investment regulations, familiar with NHS Design and procurement guidance
- Sound Knowledge of relevant Legal, Health & Safety, Asbestos, Risk Management, CDM, compliance management, current legislation and mandatory requirements associated work place practices
- Understanding of healthcare provision together with awareness and appreciation of current NHS policy and priorities
Desirable
- Responsibility for compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), supported by a planned risk assessment process
- Extensive and substantial post qualification experience in management of healthcare estates facilities
- Ability to demonstrate a keen understanding of the issues relating to both the Trust and the NHS and how these influence non-clinical support services
- Experience of the management of PFI contracts
- Experience of delivering Estates, Facilities or Capital projects in a healthcare setting
- Previous experience within an NHS environment Awareness of the current issues facing the NHS
- Experience of negotiating property-related contracts
- Detailed understanding of the Legal system and Law related to ownership of property
Training & Experience
Essential
- The post holder should have a significant experience of working at a senior level within a busy multi-disciplinary construction consultancy office environment with experience of:- oWriting and preparing detailed working drawings oWriting and preparing specifications oWriting and preparing tender documentation oSite supervision oContract Management of projects
- Experience in leading multi-disciplinary design teams and directing external consultants on project requirements and design issues
Desirable
- Sound knowledge of relevant Legal, Health & Safety legislation and associated work place practices
others
Essential
- Travel between sites will be required
- Experience of attending sites, familiar with the use of PPE and able to undertake dynamic and planned Risk Assessments for required activities.
Desirable
- Ability to have access to a vehicle
Additional information
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).
