Director of Estates
| Posting date: | 04 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £122,832.00 to £150,749.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £122832.00 - £150749.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 April 2026 |
| Location: | Coventry, CV2 2DX |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9218-26-0257 |
Summary
The post holder takes managerial, professional and technical responsibility to deliver high quality and affordable hard and soft FM support Services to patients, staff and the public, in accordance with National Priorities, NHS guidance and strategic and service objectives of the Trust. Support the Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer in setting long-term strategies for the strategic development of management of the Estate and develop and maintain the Masterplan and strategic vision for the built environment. To lead the Trust in its strategic ambition to be a Net Zero organisation through working with partner organisations, suppliers and reviewing Estates and Facilities. The post holder takes managerial responsibility and professional responsibility for the provision of safe and efficient management of Buildings & Engineering Services and ensures that the Trusts estate complies with all legislative requirements. Through the professional estate management function establish and manage protocols for the effective performance of all building services, plant, equipment, structures and fabric to meet the Trusts strategic goals including Board Assurance. Through the professional estate management function establish and manage protocols for the effective performance of all building services, plant, equipment, structures and fabric to meet the Trusts strategic goals including Board Assurance. To oversee the Trusts PFI providers to ensure close management of the contract to ensure that there is a programme in place for the maintenance and lifecycle refurbishment of facilities in line PFI Agreements and the relevant statutory compliance and quality standards. The postholder also acts as the Trust Representative under the PFI contract. To formulate, develop, implement and monitor policies and procedures on all aspects above to ensure the Trust minimise risk and manages the whole range of functions in the most effective manner in accordance with legislation and national standards in conjunction with other outside bodies. Work with Executive Team and external agencies, such as CQC, Integrated Care Board (ICB), NHSE, Environmental Agency, Environment Health, Local Authorities and national bodies formulating and developing standards of performance, ensuring adequate periodic reports are presented to the Finance & Performance Committee and Trust Board and actions required by Board and Committee members are implemented. Lead and co-ordinate the Patient-led assessments of the care environment (PLACE) assessment programme and patient environment strategies and improvement projects. To lead the development of best practice in environmental management with a particular focus on the sustainability agenda, energy management, security and clinical waste management. Identify and deliver waste reduction opportunities and service efficiencies that may improve the organisations operations. Ensure that systems are in place so that risk assessments of all practices and designated premises are carried out in accordance with Trust policies. Application process: Please apply with a CV and Supporting Statement, combined no longer than six pages. CVs should include your contact address and details, stating your preferred method of contact, highlighting and explaining any gaps in your employment history. Supporting Statements should highlight your skills and experience and allow insights on your knowledge, skill and experience relevant to the role, and taking the opportunity to highlight your personal values and motivations for applying for the role. You should outline your personal responsibility and achievement within previous roles that demonstrates you have the knowledge, skills and competencies to deliver this role, as outlined in the person specification. In addition to your CV and Supporting Statement your application should include the details of at least two referees covering your last six years of employment. For an exploratory and confidential conversation about the post, please contact Neil Fineberg at neil.fineberg@finegreen.uk Applications should be submitted via email to: applications@finegreen.uk For further details please find attached Candidate Briefing Pack.