NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

The Capital Projects team have delegated responsibility within the Boards governance to procure, manage, and deliver construction projects within the parameters of scope, funding and programme set by the governance groups.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Permanent, full time

Gartnavel Royal Hospital

Key responsibilities:

Capital Projects - General

• Support the planning, management and delivery of capital building projects, ensuring strong project management, cost control and value for money.
• Oversee staff involved in capital projects and manage contractors and design teams to ensure effective, economical service delivery.
• Ensure projects are completed to specification, on time and within budget, including integration of specialist medical equipment.
• Develop project briefs, design proposals and business case inputs, ensuring compliance with healthcare design guidance and statutory standards.
• Liaise with planning authorities and work closely with clinical and non-clinical staff to minimise disruption and manage risks during construction.
• Maintain project plans, monitor progress, manage financial controls, and ensure lifecycle and maintenance considerations are built into designs.
• Contribute to the Board's Property Strategy and work with sustainability teams to improve environmental performance.
• Provide professional technical advice on all building-related matters.

Capital Projects / Programme Management

• Help develop and maintain accurate capital budgets for new build and refurbishment projects.
• Work with service managers to progress business cases and ensure statutory standards and design guidance are followed.
• Manage major capital projects through planning and design teams, ensuring best design solutions.
• Prepare required project returns and assist with Audit Scotland submissions.

Performance Management

• Support the Senior Manager in planning and monitoring delivery of the capital plan.
• Review performance of professional advisors and ensure corrective action where needed.
• Monitor project quality, programme compliance and design standards, and contribute to post-project evaluations.

Financial Management

• Identify and report cost pressures, agreeing remedial actions to maintain financial performance.
• Advise on construction-related changes and their impact on cost and time.
• Support financial monitoring systems, including change control and reporting.

Corporate Contribution

• Participate in developing service and investment plans, including strategic investment planning.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in a construction-related discipline.
• Professional accreditation or membership desirable (e.g., RIBA, RICS, MCIOB, MCIPS, CIAT, CIBSE).
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Minimum 5 years' relevant construction project management experience.

Experience and Knowledge

• Strong understanding of national building procurement routes, contracts and capital project management.
• Knowledge of NHS and Government design standards and health planning guidance.
• Proven problem-solving and change-management capability.
• Ability to make informed judgements across diverse projects, considering legislation, Health & Safety, service needs and financial pressures.
• Able to provide expert advice on construction-related matters.

Demonstrable Expertise

• Delivery of construction projects up to approx. £25m (public and private sector).
• Strategic estate planning and campus-wide planning.
• Construction project management across full project lifecycle.
• Understanding of building and engineering maintenance principles.
• Knowledge of sustainable design, renewables and low-carbon technologies.
• Cost planning, cost control and change management.
• Understanding of statutory consents and approval processes.
• Experience with procurement routes and tendering procedures.
• Familiarity with current industry-standard building contracts.
• Experience briefing and designing healthcare facilities, including working with clinical user groups.
• Strong budget management and programme management skills.

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:
James Huddleston, Head of Capital Projects - james.huddleston@nhs.scot - 0758 083 7626

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