Job overview

As Contracts Manager working for Strategic Estates you will be the key link between the Principal Supply Chain Partner delivering the new Emergency Department & Critical Care unit for Dorset County Hospital and the DCH Foundation Trust stakeholders, supporting the delivery of the scheme with project management of Trust-side works needed alongside the main works, site supervision of the main works, risk identification and mitigation, contract administration and handover to operational teams.  

Working closely with colleagues in Estates & Facilities, you will ensure smooth handovers and synchronisation with works undertaken by others. 

Main duties of the job

To be the technical and contractual specialist for the Strategic Estates team.

to provide effective leadership and management of design teams and other consultants engaged for project delivery .

To develop and interpret complex client briefs applying knowledge, experience, approved codes of practice, Health Technical Memoranda, Health Building Notes to confirm to all statutory requirements.

To ensure engagement of the relevant service leads or clinicians throughout the life of the project.

See Job Description attached for the full list.

Working for our organisation

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture our staff work in. 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.