Role Overview
To provide a comprehensive professional multi-disciplined Project Management service within a PSSD team, working in the development and execution of projects comprising statutory compliance works, building extensions, new build properties, alterations, refurbishments and general upgrading of building fabric and engineering services.
Projects will include long term strategic programmes (statutory plan, backlog maintenance and clinical service development) and ad hoc minor works projects. This role will also monitor and review the Capital Plan and Minor Works Capital Plan incorporating the requirements of the SCART statutory compliance system and ensuring EAMS information is communicated to the relevant departments.
Qualifications
* Relevant Degree or equivalent in an Estates related subject, e.g. electrical or mechanical engineering, or building construction, supplemented by specialist knowledge acquired through CPD post‑graduate courses/training.
* NEC 3 or 4 Accredited Project Manager
* NEC 3 or 4 Accredited Supervisor
* Membership of a related professional institution, e.g. IHEEM, CIOB, RICS, IET, IOSH.
* Demonstrated experience within the health service profession and sound knowledge of building services and/or building construction, including specialist systems unique to the health service.
* Excellent communication skills.
* I.T skills.
* Full/valid driving licence (UK/EU/EEA).
It would be great if you also have:
* Project management experience at a senior level with staff line management responsibilities.
* Experience in a Health Care Project Management role.
* Contract specification, procurement and evaluation of tenders/proposals.
* Contract management and monitoring.
* Knowledge and experience of managing capital projects.
* Writing and assessing briefs and tenders.
* Knowledge and experience of managing technical advisors.
* Knowledge of healthcare project management.
* Utilisation of project management systems unique to healthcare.
* Ability to take responsibility, show leadership and make decisions with high autonomy; give direction to direct reports.
* Ability to prepare and present clear written and oral reports to senior managers.
* Work co‑operatively with others.
* Operate under pressure and give direction.
* Develop and deliver presentations to senior managers/board representatives.
Contract Type
* Permanent
* Full time
* 37 hours per week
Location and Working Pattern
This role will be based in the Environment & Sustainability Department within NHS Lanarkshire.
Working pattern will be confirmed by the hiring manager.
Applicants shortlisted for interview may be considered for similar vacancies in alternative locations.
Contact
Shirley McMillan, Deputy Director PSSD – shirley.mcmillan@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk
Adam Thomson, Recruitment Administrator – adam.thomson@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk (Please include the job title and reference number in your email).
Benefits
* A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service.
* A minimum of 8 days of public holidays.
* Membership of NHS Pension Scheme with life insurance benefits.
* Paid sick leave, increasing with length of service.
* Occupational health services.
* Employee counselling services.
* Work‑life balance policies and procedures.
Additional Information for Applicants
* Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. If there is high interest we may close early.
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* Once you submit your application you cannot make amendments.
NHS Lanarkshire is dedicated to building a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive, develop and succeed based on their skills, knowledge and talent—regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, care experience or any other dimension that can differentiate people.
Care‑experienced applicants include those who have lived with foster parents, kinship carers, or in residential/secure children’s settings.
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Right to Work within the UK
We are required to check entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees. UK Visas & Immigration rules are available at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to check eligibility before applying. All Band 1 and Band 2 posts are not eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route.
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