Job summary

As a Senior Project Manager, you will support the Capital Works Programme Manager in delivering UKHSA's Capital Programme at Porton Down. You will lead the successful delivery of complex capital, infrastructure, refurbishment and engineering projects, typically valued up to £5m, ensuring they are delivered safely, compliantly and within agreed scope, cost, quality and programme constraints.

Working within a highly regulated scientific environment, you will manage projects through the full lifecycle, from business case development and procurement through to commissioning, handover and benefits realisation. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage consultants and contractors, and work closely with stakeholders to deliver projects that support UKHSA's operational and strategic objectives.

The Estates, Engineering and Facilities (EEF) Department is responsible for engineering, maintenance, environmental sustainability, facilities management and capital works across the Porton Down estate. Managing a combined budget of approximately £40 million per annum, EEF ensures the estate remains safe, compliant, operational and capable of supporting UKHSA's scientific and health security activities. Due to the nature of the facilities, projects and stakeholder engagement required, the postholder will be expected to work full-time on site at Porton Down, Salisbury.

Main duties of the job

Lead the successful delivery of capital, engineering and infrastructure projects throughout the full project lifecycle, ensuring agreed objectives, timescales, budgets and quality standards are achieved. Manage project budgets, forecasts, procurement activities and contractual arrangements, ensuring value for money and effective management of consultants, contractors and suppliers. Develop and monitor benefits realisation plans, ensuring project outputs deliver measurable business outcomes and support organisational objectives. Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, providing clear communication, influencing decision-making and securing successful project outcomes. Establish effective project controls and governance arrangements, managing risks, issues, dependencies and assurance activities to support informed decision-making. Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with relevant legislation, CDM Regulations, UKHSA policies and statutory compliance requirements, promoting a positive safety culture. Support UKHSA's sustainability objectives by incorporating environmental and energy efficiency considerations into project planning, design and delivery. Lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams, promote continuous improvement and contribute to the development of project delivery best practice across UKHSA.

Please note, the above is not exhaustive.

About us

We pride ourselves as being an employer of choice, where Everyone Matters promoting equality of opportunity to actively encourage applications from everyone, including groups currently underrepresented in our workforce.

UKHSA ethos is to be an inclusive organisation for all our staff and stakeholders. To create, nurture and sustain an inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our workforce and wider communities. We do this through celebrating and protecting differences by removing barriers and promoting equity and equality of opportunity for all.

Please visit our careers site for more information https://gov.uk/ukhsa/careers

Job description Job responsibilities

Project Leadership and Delivery

Provide effective leadership to project teams, consultants, contractors and suppliers to achieve successful project outcomes Develop, maintain and monitor project plans, schedules and delivery strategies, selecting the most appropriate delivery methodology Design and implement appropriate project governance, controls and reporting arrangements Establish project structures appropriate to each project phase and effectively manage transitions between lifecycle stages Manage competing priorities and resources to ensure delivery against agreed objectives Promote continuous improvement by capturing, evaluating and applying lessons learned Financial and Commercial Management

Lead the development, maintenance and approval of business cases in line with UKHSA governance requirements Develop robust cost estimates, budgets and forecasts and ensure effective financial management throughout the project lifecycle Monitor project expenditure, manage cost risks and ensure value for money is achieved Support procurement activity and oversee project delivery through Government and UKHSA procurement processes Manage the performance of consultants, contractors and suppliers, ensuring contractual obligations, programme requirements and quality standards are achieve Administer and manage projects delivered through NEC and JCT contractual arrangements Benefits Realisation

Develop and implement benefits realisation plans Ensure benefits are clearly defined, measurable and aligned to business objectives. Monitor, track and report benefits delivery, taking corrective action where benefits are at risk Support the transition of completed projects into operational use Stakeholder Management and Communication

Identify key stakeholders and establish effective engagement strategies Build productive relationships with senior leaders, technical specialists, operational teams and external partners Influence, negotiate and challenge constructively at all organisational levels Present project information to a range of audiences through governance boards, project reviews and senior management meetings Risk, Assurance and Governance

Identify, assess and manage project risks, dependencies and issues Develop mitigation plans and escalate significant risks where appropriate Coordinate assurance reviews, gateway reviews and audit activities Ensure all project documentation and reporting requirements are maintained to a high standard Support organisational governance arrangements and provide accurate and timely reporting Health, Safety and Compliance

Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with all relevant legislation, UKHSA policies and statutory requirements Promote a positive health, safety and environmental culture throughout project delivery Ensure compliance with Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) and other applicable construction and engineering standards Ensure commissioning, validation and handover activities are conducted appropriately within regulated scientific environments Sustainability

Support UKHSA's sustainability and Net Zero commitments through the implementation of environmentally responsible project solutions Incorporate energy efficiency, sustainability and life-cycle considerations into project planning and delivery in collaboration with the Environmental Manager Leadership and Professional Practice

Role model UKHSA values and behaviours Promote diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity, respecting and valuing individual differences Maintain professional competence and actively contribute to the UKHSA Project Delivery Profession Community Champion best practice in project delivery and continuous improvement Essential criteria

Significant experience delivering complex capital, infrastructure, engineering or construction projects through the full project lifecycle, from business case development and procurement through to commissioning, handover and benefits realisation. Proven experience managing projects delivered under NEC and/or JCT contractual frameworks, including the management of consultants, contractors and suppliers. Experience of managing project budgets, financial forecasting, cost control and reporting within a formal governance environment. Detailed knowledge and practical application of project management methodologies, governance, assurance, risk management and change control processes, supported by a recognised project management qualification such as APM PMQ, APM ChPP or equivalent. Knowledge and experience of Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) and the delivery of projects in compliance with health, safety and statutory requirements. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with demonstrable experience of building effective relationships and communicating with senior stakeholders across multiple disciplines. Excellent leadership and organisational skills, with experience of leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering successful outcomes within complex and often ambiguous environments Desirable criteria

Membership of a relevant Professional Institute or Society such as: RIBA, RICS, ICE, CIBSE, IMechE, CIOB. Extensive experience and knowledge of compliant engineering Management Quality Systems and/or HSE Regulations applicable to research facilities. Experience in project managing works within research and/or pharmaceutical facilities Knowledge of engineering plant, building services, infrastructure systems and commissioning principles. Experience of project delivery within a regulated environment Experience of environmental sustainability and Net Zero considerations in project delivery. Selection Process Details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles. It will assess your Experience, Behaviours and Technical skills.

Stage 1: Application & SiftSuccess Profiles - GOV.UK

You will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listed 7 essential criteria, this will be in the form of a:

Application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application) 1500 word supporting statement This should outline how you consider your skills, experience and knowledge provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria.

You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (The application form is the kind of information you would put into your CV. Please note you will not be able to upload your CV. You must complete the application form in as much detail as possible. Please do not email us your CV.

Longlisting:

In the event of a large number of applications, we will longlist into 3 piles of:

Meets all essential criteria Meets some essential criteria Meets no essential criteria We will take pile "Meets all essential criteria" through to shortlisting.

Feedback will not be provided at this stage.

Shortlisting:

In the event of a large number of applications we will conduct an initial sift, on the lead criteria of:

If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment.

Feedback will not be provided at this stage.

Stage 2: Interview

You will be invited to a single face to face interview in Porton Down. In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview.

Behaviours and Technical skills will be tested at interview.

The Behaviours tested during the interview stage will be:

Making Effective Decisions Working together (Lead) Communicating and influencing Managing a Quality Service Delivering at Pace You will be asked to deliver a presentation, lasting 5-10 minutes. The topic of the presentation is: Delivery of Complex Projects in the Healthcare Environment.

Interview dates to be confirmed.

Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.

Location

This role is being offered as office based at our site in Porton Down.

Hybrid working is not available for this role.

Security Clearance Level Requirement

Successful candidates must pass a basic disclosure and barring security check.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Security Check.

For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 5 years as the role requires SecurityCheck (SC). UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you from gaining national security vetting and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder/RecruitingManager listed in the advert for further advice

Eligibility Criteria

Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants).

Salary Information

If you are successful at interview, and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms.

Please be aware that the salary is based on the office location.

Person Specification

Application form and supporting statement Essential

Application form and supporting statement

Behaviours Essential

Working together Communicating and Influencing Making effective decisions Delivering at pace (lead behaviour) Managing a quality service

Presentation Essential

Presentation

Strengths Essential

Strength based questions

Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details Employer name UK Health Security Agency

Address Scientific Campus

Manor Farm Road

Porton

SP4 0JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency (Opens in a new tab)

Senior Project Manager @ UK Health Security Agency

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