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Associate Director of Design & Construction Projects

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Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Construction & Surveying
    Design

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, professional membership, capital project management experience, strong leadership skills, budget management, change management, and excellent communication abilities.
  • You will lead the Design and Construction Workstream, oversee backlog maintenance projects, and support the Design and Construction Director in delivering on the New Hospital Programme.

Requirements

  • Professional knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent experience.
  • Specialist knowledge acquired through post-graduate courses and/or experience to masters level.
  • Membership of appropriate professional body, e.g., Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE), Institute of Engineers and Technicians (IET), Healthcare Engineering and Estate Management (IHEEM), RICS and/or RIBA.
  • Knowledge of managing: Capital Projects, Strategic Estate Planning.
  • Experienced in leading and managing a team.
  • Experienced in developing Estates IT strategies and managing Estates related IT systems.
  • Experience of budget management and large capital project delivery.
  • Experience of designing and procuring technical/complex external contracts in partnership with procurement professionals.
  • Experience in setting expenditure limits and authorisations relevant to the organisations standard financial instructions (SFIs).
  • Effective change management skills. Environment and political awareness.
  • Previous experience at a senior management level.
  • Experienced in developing Estates IT strategies and managing Estates related IT systems.
  • Experience of budget management and large capital project delivery.
  • Experience of designing and procuring technical/complex external contracts in partnership with procurement professionals.
  • Experience of managing multi discipline design teams, support consultants within client standing financial instructions and corporate governance requirements.
  • Experience of Healthcare design development with extensive stakeholder engagement assurance requirements.
  • Management of multiple projects within a programme context, providing guidance and direction to project managers.
  • Effective change management skills. Environment and political awareness.
  • High quality business and service planning skills within management sphere.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications and a good presenter; able to express complex issues effectively for a range of audiences.
  • Proficient reporting writing skills with the ability create both detailed technical reports and executive summary reports for differing audiences.
  • Knowledge of Capital Investment Manual & HM Treasury five case business model requirements.
  • PRINCE 2 accreditation or similar APM qualification.

Responsibilities

  • To provide senior leadership to the Design and Construction Workstream and deputise for the Design and Construction Director. You will be a key member of the Trust's Design and Construction Workstream with professional accountability for the delivery of all backlog maintenance construction projects on the New Hospital Programme.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Associate Director of Design & Construction Projects?

The primary responsibility is to ensure the successful delivery of complex capital projects that meet statutory, NHS, Trust, and best-practice standards while overseeing an in-house multidisciplinary team and external consultants and contractors.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Essential qualifications include a relevant degree or equivalent experience, specialist knowledge acquired through post-graduate courses to master's level, and membership in a professional body such as CIBSE, IET, IHEEM, RICS, or RIBA.

What kind of experience is preferred for candidates applying for this role?

Candidates should have previous experience at a senior management level, expertise in developing Estates IT strategies, managing large capital projects, designing and procuring complex contracts, and managing multi-disciplinary design teams.

Is there an emphasis on sustainability in the new hospital project?

Yes, Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to sustainability and the NHS Net Zero ambition, with new hospital developments designed to be environmentally responsible and energy-efficient.

What benefits does Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust offer to its employees?

The Trust offers first-class development opportunities, professional training, flexible working patterns to support work-life balance, and a commitment to inclusivity and being a disability confident employer.

What is the vision for the new hospital at Frimley Park?

The vision is to create a digitally enabled, future-proof hospital that prioritizes patients and staff with cutting-edge facilities, green spaces, and flexible design.

What kind of projects will the Associate Director manage under the New Hospital Programme?

The Associate Director will manage backlog maintenance construction projects as well as oversee key projects addressing clinical and operational requirements.

Are applicants expected to have knowledge of the Capital Investment Manual?

Yes, knowledge of the Capital Investment Manual and HM Treasury five case business model requirements is desirable.

Will there be opportunities for training and professional development?

Yes, Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust provides a wide range of professional, management, and leadership training opportunities for all staff.

What is the role of the Associate Director in relation to the Design and Construction Workstream?

The Associate Director will provide senior leadership to the Design and Construction Workstream and will serve as the deputy to the Design and Construction Director, ensuring accountability for delivering all related projects.

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Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Our vision is to be a leader in health and wellbeing, delivering exceptional services for our communities.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2014
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust (FHFT) has an outstanding reputation and a proud record of achievement. As well as a performing, well led and ambitious Foundation Trust, we have exciting times ahead of us. The Trust’s vision is to lead in delivering exceptional health and well being services to our communities. Turning our vision into reality, we are continuing to make significant invest in our infrastructure and facilities, striving for excellence and empowering our people to deliver excellence. Providing a supportive, dynamic MDT working environment, allowing our teams to deliver high quality patient care and achieving work life balance, whilst encouraging continuous professional development. We are proud of the ambitions laid out in our strategy, Our Future FHFT, including our vision to be a leader in Health & Wellbeing, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Services are delivered from three main hospital sites: Frimley Park Hospital (Camberley) Heatherwood Hospital (Ascot) Wexham Park Hospital (Slough) Additionally, the Trust delivers outpatient and diagnostic services from Aldershot, Farnham, Fleet, Windsor, Maidenhead and Bracknell bringing a range of services closer to these communities. We are also proud to host the Defence Medical Group South East at Frimley Park with military surgical, medical and nursing personnel working alongside the hospital's NHS staff providing care to patients in all specialties. We have also made significant investment in our quality improvement and digital programmes to support our vision and we will ensure that we achieve our aim of providing the highest quality healthcare to our patients. Our new EPR – Epic – went live in June 2022 and we are already beginning to reap the benefits of this ambitious investment. Our three core values, and the behaviours that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients.