Capital Development Manager (Project Manager)

About our Trust

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job overview

The team’s 2023 NHS Staff Survey results reported exceptionally high levels of motivation, sense of involvement and satisfaction with the flexible working and development opportunities available. The Capital Development and Property team is integral to the successful delivery of UHSussex’s £70m annual capital investment plan, delivering projects of mixed complexity across our 5 hospital sites spread along Sussex’s coastline and in Haywards Heath.

"Recently successfully delivered projects include the £10m Phase 1 CDC, Southlands (Phase 2 in progress), £8m Urology Investigation Treatment Centre, PRH, £6m Urgent Treatment Centre, RSCH, and £1m Fluoroscopy unit, RACH (Brighton). View more on of Best of UHSussex 2023. For Summer 2024 magazine type this into your browser https://heyzine.com/flip-book/d79c7609d3.html"

Main duties of the job

You will have proven skills in effective people management and communication. Representing the Trust within construction project teams, you will require an understanding of the importance of stakeholder relationships leading to successful project delivery.

You will report to the Senior Capital Development Manager and be supported personally and professionally by a commitment to care and compassion that applies as much to our staff as it does to our patients.

Based in our Worthing office, our current project pipeline over the next 3 - 5 years sees major investment on construction projects being planned on all our hospital sites, a willingness and ability to travel to these sites will be required on a regular basis.

Working for our organisation

We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex

Candidate information pack - University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder will be responsible for coordinating and managing a varied range of capital investment projects ensuring that projects are delivered successfully.

Maintain a high profile within the Trust through developing and building strong links with key individuals and departments; Engaging local partners and keeping them informed of progress.

Running of capital projects within a defined project methodology, budget, and timetable.

Engage with and manage design and building teams across the project areas. Set and monitor key target dates for the development and completion of the Project.

Person specification

Experience / Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent or specialist relevant experience. AND /OR relevant experience of:
• Extensive experience in managing construction management and/or engineering projects.
• Highly specialist technical knowledge and management of Project Management procedures and processes within the construction industry.

• Current post graduate formal Project Management qualification (e.g. APM, PRINCE2 or MSP) or current proven knowledge of project management principles
• Use of NHS frameworks i.e. ProCure / Scape / Pagabo or other.
• Site management H&S certification. i.e. NEBOSH/IOSH/SMSTS.

Skills

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
• Experience of budget setting, Financial management, and interpretation of financial data.
• Experience in and effective leadership and skills

People Management and Development

• Extensive experience of managing multiple project teams
• Negotiation and influencing experience.
• Ability to find new ways of working and effectively engage with all stakeholders for their commitment to the change.
• Awareness of and commitment to delivering excellent Customer service, under pinned by the Trust Values.

Freedom to Act

• Ability to show and work on own initiative.
• Ability to work to deadlines and act under pressure.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Important information for applicants

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker.

Closing adverts early: Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

Further Information

For help with the application process for non medical vacancies only, please contact the Resourcing Team by Email: [email protected]