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Senior Estates Design Officer (Mechanical) - Projects

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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Newport

AI generated summary

  • You must be highly motivated, manage external consultancy teams, make complex estate judgments, and use CAD/BIM. Experience in business cases, technical knowledge, and invoice compliance is essential. Welsh is desirable.
  • You will manage and design projects, oversee consultancy teams, handle complex estate issues, liaise with stakeholders, ensure quality, produce technical drawings, and manage budgets.

Requirements

  • - Highly motivated and conscientious individual
  • - Ability for the day-to-day management of external multi-disciplinary consultancy teams from within the construction industry
  • - Ability to make judgements on a wide range of complex estate issues, including design issues
  • - Proficient in the use of CAD/BIM to produce technical drawings as well as other packages
  • - To manage or to actively participate or assist in, the development of Outline & Full business cases
  • - Ability to provide specialist technical knowledge and respond to technical scrutiny questions from Welsh Government
  • - Ability to authorise official orders to main contractors, external professional consultants
  • - Ability to check invoices for payments in compliance with the Health Boards Standing Financial Instructions
  • - Ability to negotiate settlement of Capital Project final accounts, to ensure compliance for audit purposes
  • - The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post

Responsibilities

  • develop, design and manage schemes from inception/feasibility through to post project evaluation
  • possess the skills and ability for the day-to-day management of external multi-disciplinary consultancy teams from within the construction industry
  • make judgements on a wide range of complex estate issues, including design issues taking into account legislation and conflicting demands
  • work on a wide range of Capital schemes from medium size to multi pound developments for the Health Board
  • assist other Capital Estate Design Officers in an advisory role
  • develop, plan and day to day management of Health Board Capital projects, liaising with contractors, stakeholders and suppliers in order to meet project requirements, budget limits and time frame deadlines
  • be proficient in the use of CAD/BIM to produce technical drawings as well as other packages
  • manage or to actively participate or assist in, the development of Outline & Full business cases, working in conjunction with other Health Project Teams
  • demonstrate improvements in quality and effectiveness of departmental patient services and are consistent with the Health Boards Estates Strategy
  • provide specialist technical knowledge and respond to technical scrutiny questions from Welsh Government
  • authorise official orders to main contractors, external professional consultants
  • check invoices for payments in compliance with the Health Boards Standing Financial Instructions
  • negotiate settlement of Capital Project final accounts, to ensure compliance for audit purposes

FAQs

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Senior Estates Design Officer (Mechanical) position?

Candidates should possess relevant qualifications in mechanical engineering or a related field, along with experience in project management and design, particularly in the construction or healthcare sector.

Is proficiency in CAD/BIM necessary for this role?

Yes, proficiency in CAD/BIM software is essential, as the role involves producing technical drawings and managing design projects.

Will I be required to manage external consultancy teams?

Yes, managing multi-disciplinary consultancy teams from the construction industry will be a key responsibility of this role.

Is knowledge of Welsh legislation and health policy important for this position?

Yes, knowledge of relevant legislation and the ability to respond to technical scrutiny questions from the Welsh Government is important for ensuring compliance and effective project management.

What type of projects will I be working on?

You will work on a wide range of Capital schemes, from medium-sized projects to large-scale developments for the Health Board.

Will I need to communicate with various stakeholders?

Yes, the role requires liaising with contractors, stakeholders, and suppliers to meet project requirements, budget limits, and deadlines.

Is being bilingual in Welsh and English a requirement?

While the ability to speak Welsh is desirable, it is not a strict requirement; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

What training and development opportunities are available?

The Health Board offers extensive training and development opportunities, including paid mandatory training, in-house programs, recognized qualifications, and management development pathways.

Does the position offer a comprehensive benefits package?

Yes, the position comes with a fantastic benefits package that includes occupational health support, flexible working arrangements, and a focus on work-life balance.

How can I find more information about the job description and person specification?

You can find the full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents or by clicking "Apply now" to view it in Trac.

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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board was established on the 1st October 2009 and covers the areas of Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Monmouthshire, Newport, Torfaen and South Powys. The Health Board employs over 14,000 staff, two thirds of whom are involved in direct patient care. There are more than 250 consultants in a total of over 1000 hospital and general practice doctors, 6,000 nurses, midwives, allied professionals and community workers