About this role
Job summary
To project manage projects and initiatives to deliver the masterplan, a key organisational strategy to enable the Trust strategy, clinical strategy and people strategy to be realised.
Main duties of the job
Day to day project management of masterplan and other projects. Develop and maintain key programme and project documentation (for example business cases, risk register, communications plan, project plans, issues logs, equalities impact assessments, benefits templates and other relevant documents) Prepare, manage and evaluate options appraisals. Ensure effective stakeholder management and communications to create key links both internally and externally, holding to account for delivery where necessary. Work flexibly, diligently and autonomously to meet tight timescales. Plan and manage project budgets and resources. Support capital projects from feasibility through to timely completion and within budget working alongside project teams and partners. Work with the wider Estates team to ensure projects are delivered compliant with relevant legislation and best practice. Support planning and building control application processes for capital work To support the delivery of effective communication through leading focus groups, developing newsletters and other communication methods where required. To provide effective leadership to and management of design teams and other consultants/specialists engaged for project deliveryChair and support project boards and working groups. Prepare and present reports to diverse groups internally and externally. Ensure engagement of relevant service leads or clinicians throughout the life of the project.
About us
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 work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving 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.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.
Job description Job responsibilities
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.
Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION S & TRAINING Essential
Degree or equivalent qualification or experience Project or programme management qualification or equivalent experience
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Essential
Good understanding of outcome-based transformation and quality improvement change methodologies Demonstrable experience of co-ordinating projects in complex and challenging environments Experience working in the NHS, Local Authority, or Voluntary sector Comprehensive knowledge of improvement and project management principles and methodologies Ability to train user in best practice use of project management systems Experience of managing, analysing and identifying opportunities from complex financial, activity and demand information Ability to manage a diverse workload and to meet set deadlines Experienced in the use of MS office - excellent Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills.
SKILLS & ABILITIES Essential
Excellent communication skills with experience of delivering presentations, chairing meetings, and producing briefing documents for a senior audience. Highly organised - able to prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment Numerate and able to analyse complex issues, data, and information where material is conflicting and drawn from multiple sources. Capable of explaining technical concepts in clear concise understandable terms to staff with different levels of understanding Understanding of the management of change and what is required to support cultural change. Ability to plan and organise a broad range of complex activities; and adjust plans or strategies to meet the needs of the Trust in a changing environment. Able to work independently and in a team orientated, collaborative environment Confident and an ability to motivate and inspire confidence in others
BUSINESS TRAVEL Essential
Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Essential
Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively
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 Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)