PFI Technical Manager

Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager. The post holder will be responsible for leading the technical management to facilitate the planned lifecycle replacement programme and reactive lifecycle replacements. To facilitate this the responsibilities include providing detailed technical assessment of the assets condition, identifying critical assets and supporting the renewal programmes.

The post holder will be a good communicator and able to build relationships between the stakeholders including the FM service provider, the PFI Project Company, the Trust and EQUANS service partners.

The post holder will work with the respective Project Manager and wider team in formulating and reviewing practical elements of the proposals including technical assessment and liaising with sub-contractors and service partners in respect of technical solutions. In addition will assist the lifecycle team in the oversight and management of lifecycle projects, deputising where necessary.

To uphold the best standards of health and safety practice across the site in respect of the lifecycle and project works being undertaken across the site.

The Technical Lifecycle Manager will be an essential member of the team tasked with ensuring that the delivered facility is of a high standard both in terms of quality and functionality. The role will have a significant impact on the long-term operation and maintainability of the infrastructure, services and building fabric as well as providing a robust structure based on accurate data to enable the effective operation of the hospital.

What will you deliver?

• Have a high level of technical knowledge covering complex system installed within a healthcare environment


• Providing technical inspection, review and evaluation of complex electrical systems and infrastructure


• Receive and review complex performance and commissioning data and verify both visually and analytically


• Question and challenge information provided where appropriate


• Maintain and promote a high standard across all elements of the works delivered


• Work to tight deadlines and with appropriate flexibility


• Demonstrate Adaptability & Resilience - Technical competence with requirement to lead / influence effectiveness, efficiency, and continuous improvement within complex healthcare environments


• Influencing & Pragmatism - Able to quickly assess challenges and opportunities, offer pragmatic solutions and influence direction


• Ability to accept and work with ambiguity in resolving high volumes of often complex challenges expediently


• On occasions travel will be required across the UK and variations in working patterns may be necessary therefore flexibility will be required


• Review and monitor the FM company's maintenance regime in respect to contract compliance and compliance with industry best practice. Highlight and report errors and omissions in respect to maintenance that increases the frequency of asset replacement


• Able to produce accurate technical reports and present the same to stakeholders


• Have a strong understanding of PFI lifecycle management and approaches, be able to make recommendations whilst understanding the impact to the lifecycle fund


• Provide life cycle planning and budget management whilst liaising with operational site teams and considering all relevant applicable requirements, reports etc


• Monitor and report on annual and five-year budgets


• Challenge the status quo including review and comment on maintenance related activity, Be an active member and chair the Health and safety Committee where required feeding into the wider EQUANS and Trust health and safety management when necessary


• Positively manage relationships with stakeholders and Trust representatives to enhance perception of service provision


• Be prepared to undertake any relevant training in order to develop the post in line with changing needs of the service provision


• Maintain records as appropriate, relevant plant and equipment for technical performance


• Liaise and undertake duties at other EQUANS projects as directed


• Maintain confidentiality of information at all times
  
  Must have Electrical experience within a Healthcare environment preferably in a similar role involving review and assessment of services being constructed and commissioned


• Ideally have experience and ability to undertake an operational management role within the delivery of the FM contract using sub-contract and directly employed labor


• Have an understanding of maintenance programs and CAFM system preferably based on SFG 20


• Have a good understanding of a range of HBNs and HTMs


• Provide strong review, challenge and positive critic of installed services based on agreed quality and performance standards relating to the FM Service Provider


• Clear communicate findings and results of assessments of a complex nature in both verbal and written reports


• Take a lead in developing and maintaining a strong health and safety culture, Experience of risk management and health and safety


• Knowledge of relevant legislation and industry guidelines


• Computer literate with good IT skills with a preference to be conversant with BIM 360, AutoCAD, and essentially Windows based packages


• GCSE / O Level Mathematics and English or equivalent


• HNC or equivalent in electrical engineering discipline


This role includes a DBS Enhanced check therefore ability to pass is essential.

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services - with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans' 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

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As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

At Equans we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

Equans is looking for a PFI Technical Manager to join our team in Romford on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a salary banding of £60,000-£70,000, dependent upon skills and experience, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.

This role offers hybrid working, there is an expectation for the post holder to be on our Romford site 3 days per week, Roehampton 1 day per week., On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)


• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary


• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers


• Gym membership discounts


• Cycle to work scheme


• Holiday purchase scheme


• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year


• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes


• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme


• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.


• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app