Construction Programme Manager

• Lead the design and delivery of a portfolio of construction projects across the NHS Blood and Transplant estate.
• Work with stakeholders, project initiators and project managers to define project goals and deliver successful outcomes.
• Manage projects from inception through to completion, handover and post-project review, ensuring compliance with legislation, governance requirements and organisational standards.
• Deliver high-quality construction solutions that meet customer needs while minimising risk and operational disruption.
• Provide expert construction and building advice to colleagues across Estates & Facilities and the wider organisation.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of construction services, standards and working practices.
• Line manages project Managers, setting objectives and supporting performance and development.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring effective financial control and value for money.
• Produce project progress, financial and status reports for senior stakeholders and governance groups.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture and ensure compliance with CDM 2015, risk assessments and safe systems of work.

• Hybrid working arrangements – because NHSBT works nationally, we’re able to offer hybrid working options that give you more flexibility to balance work with life.
• Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
• Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
• Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
• Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

Essential

• Educated to Master's degree level or equivalent, or able to demonstrate equivalent construction knowledge and experience.
• Full Chartered membership and professional registration with RICS, CIOB or RIBA, maintained throughout employment.

Essential

• Extensive experience managing construction projects throughout the full project lifecycle and delivering successful outcomes.
• Extensive programme management experience, managing multiple concurrent projects and resources.
• Ability to influence, negotiate and build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, consultant appointments, building fabric, building services and financial budget management.
• Proven experience of conducting post implementation reviews and preparing Project Closure Reports.
• Knowledge of construction contracts and consultant appointments
• Extensive building fabric and building services knowledge.
• Knowledge and experience of setting and monitoring financial budgets.
• Experience working within public sector procurement regulations and using project management and Microsoft Office tools effectively.