Job overview
The project manager is a key role in delivering 'Your Future Hospital', an ambitious plan to transform patient care at Dorset County Hospital (DCH) by modernising the hospital estate. As part of the government's 'New Hospital Programme' DCH is making the biggest investment and expansion of the hospital estate since the late 1990s. The programme will deliver a new 'masterplan' for the hospital, including a new Emergency Department and Critical Care Unit; an outpatient diagnostic and assessment centre and a new main entrance. This is a once in a generation opportunity to take part in modernising your local hospital
Main duties of the job
* To support the Strategic Estates Programme Manager in the delivery of major capital schemes from inception to completion, including design, project management, contract administration and site supervision.
* To be responsible supervising the construction stage of projects. To include formal responsibilities under the NEC3 Works Supervisor role.
* To lead on smaller capital projects within the strategic team to enable major projects to commence.
* To comply with and ensure contractors comply with site rules and policies.
* Ensure project elements are communicated with the correct teams at the correct times.
* Take and monitor minutes and actions in both formal and informal meetings internally and with external parties.
Working for our organisation
The strategic estates team at DCH transform the way care is delivered by providing modern and fit for purpose estate. Team members have a range of skills and backgrounds, including project management, change management, estates, and clinical and health service management.
This small and dynamic team work with a range of professionals, including: clinicians; architects; engineers; communications; HR and finance.
Project work is varied and fast paced with high profile outcomes. The successful candidate will find the post rewarding and fulfilling, with plenty of opportunities to shape the role and make it your own.
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff
Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
* Develop project plans and programmes, setting clear timescales, objectives and milestones. Measure achievements, resolve delays and escalate where necessary.
* Form project teams containing key members of staff relevant to the project to enable staff to influence the project development plans. Arrange meetings at appropriate intervals and chair, take minutes and issue actions in project meetings.
* Delegate project tasks to suitably skilled internal staff and external contractors.
* To receive and interpret complex client briefs and developing appropriate design solutions using and applying knowledge, experience, approved codes of practice, Health Technical Memoranda (HTM), Health Building Notes (HBN), other recognised design criteria and data, conforming to statutory requirements.
* Support and occasionally lead the development of Project Business Cases.
* Carry out Capital project feasibility, design, specification and management of schemes in a multi-discipline environment from initial concept to completion with the preparation of necessary documentation for all stages of the capital process. To include; feasibility, project brief, scheme estimates and costs, CAD drawings, specifications and schedules of work, outline and detailed design, planning and building regulation applications, tender documentation, contracts, construction, on- site supervision, commissioning, acceptance of works and post project evaluation.
* Adhere to the Trust procurement policy and Standing Financial Instructions (SFIs) to obtain competitive prices from external contractors and appoint via evaluation exercises.
* Assist with contractor supervision in line with the Trust ‘Control of Contractors’ policy.
* Provide regular stage and key milestone reports on project progress. Report on progress and failures against project targets and communicate to internal and external staff at all levels.
* Agree complex implementation plans, ensuring that such plans are implemented with full regard and minimal disruption to the operational activity of the Trust and to communicate all agreed plans to all interested parties.
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Person specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential criteria
* Educated to degree level or equivalent
* Project Management qualification
* Experience of writing specifications and tender documentation
* Experience of managing multiskilled staff and specialist consultants
Desirable criteria
* Corporate membership of a construction related institute or body e.g. RIBA, RICS, CIOB
Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria
* Proven track record of project planning, implementation and completion
* Experience in specific project management techniques e.g. PRINCE2
* Experience communicating commercially sensitive and complex and often contentious information to stakeholders
Desirable criteria
* Experience of working in an NHS environment
* Knowledge of Estate & Facilities services
* Experience of the NEC 3 Engineering and Construction Contract
Skills, Abilities and Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Intermediate IT skills
* Strong influencing and negotiating skills
* Highly organised and disciplined
* Ability to identify and manage risks
* Excellent report writing skills
* Ability to quickly build relationships and credibility with management & stakeholders
* Excellent communicator
* Numerate and comfortable with budgetary management
Desirable criteria
* Understanding of working in a health care environment
* Seeks out, and takes opportunities for improving the service offered, with customer focus in foresight
* Ability to understand, interpret and solve complex situations and issues
* Good knowledge of current legislation and regulations in the construction industry
Our Mission
Outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them.
Our Vision
Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
Our Values
Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Please read the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required.
The closing date/interview date is subject to amendment; this vacancy may therefore expire at short notice, so we recommend that you submit an application at your earliest convenience. We reserve the right to close any vacancies without notice.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email; therefore it is important that you check your personal email account regularly.
Unfortunately we are unable to respond to every application; if we do not contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date, please be advised that you not have been shortlisted on this occasion.
You can contact us on 01305 254655 to find out whether you have been shortlisted or if you would like feedback.