Job summary Are you an experienced professional with a knack for strategic management and space optimisation? King's Mill Hospital is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as the Space Utilisation and Cost Management Lead. The Space Utilisation and Cost Management Lead will play a key role in reducing space-related costs and supporting the Property Manager and the Trust in the strategic management of the Trust's estate. You will be responsible for all matters related to the occupancy and utilisation of space within the Trust's portfolio. Key Responsibilities: Undertake, maintain, and manage all aspects of space and utilisation for the Trust. Lead on all space occupancy and utilisation matters, liaising with each division/organisation to ensure effective use of space. Support the Property Manager and the Trust in managing space occupancy and cost matters for the Trust's portfolio. Develop and deliver an effective, long-term space management strategy. Contribute to the delivery of the Trust's estate strategy and investment plans King's Mill Hospital is dedicated to providing high-quality patient care and maintaining a safe and efficient hospital environment. We strive to achieve our primary aims and objectives while operating within all relevant regulatory, advisory, compliance, financial, and service delivery frameworks. If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role within a supportive team, we want to hear from you. Main duties of the job To understand the role in more detail, please refer to the attached job description and person specification. About us Thank you for your interest in this role. Sherwood is nationally recognised as being an excellent place to work and deliver care. We are rightly proud of the 5,500 colleagues who work here, and we are the Health Service Journal's Trust of the Year in 2020. The Care Quality Commission rated King's Mill Hospital Outstanding and Newark, and Mansfield Community Hospitals Good. Overall, we are rated Outstanding for care. For the last three years, we have been ranked as the best NHS Trust to work for in the Midlands and in 2020 we were the third best Acute/Community NHS Trust in England. Happy colleagues deliver better care. Our teams work in a supportive, inclusive environment, which nurtures wellbeing and has opportunities for development and progression. We do not just care for our patients; we also care for you. Our culture of learning, compassion and taking a person-centred approach are at the roots of our organisation. We would love you to join us. Date posted 09 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 214-CEN-6834459 Job locations King's Mill Hospital Mansfield Road Sutton in Ashfield NG17 4JL Job description Job responsibilities To understand the role in more detail, please refer to the attached job description and person specification. Job description Job responsibilities To understand the role in more detail, please refer to the attached job description and person specification. Person Specification Knowledge Essential Developed negotiation skills IT skills i.e CAD, Microsoft office including Project, AutoCAD and BIM software knowledge and implementation experience Report writing skills Highly customer focussed/orientated Good communication skills whether written, verbal or electronic Demonstrable problem-solving capability with ability to maintain a flexible and collaborative approach Desirable Knowledge and experience of construction legislation including planning and compliance regulations Good working knowledge of HTM's, HBN's and other NHS guidance Good knowledge of MiCAD and space utilisation software Qualifications Essential Specialist professional knowledge via an degree level or equivalent Membership of recognised professional institution relevant to the role such as IOSH, RICS, RIBA, APM, CIBSE, etc Evidence of continuing professional development Good communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships Desirable Previous knowledge of the NHS Health and Safety training and qualifications e.g NEBOSH certificate and/or construction safety Good understanding of Health and Safety and financial aspects of Capital Management Experience Essential Demonstrable relevant experience within a similar role Good knowledge and experience of managing and delivering schemes which involve movement of staff Good stakeholder management skills Effective management of programmes and budget Proven experience of managing internal and contractor teams Desirable Experience involving the refurbishment and construction on NHS buildings Experience of working with a Project Management Office Experience of estates property management and space utilisation Person Specification Knowledge Essential Developed negotiation skills IT skills i.e CAD, Microsoft office including Project, AutoCAD and BIM software knowledge and implementation experience Report writing skills Highly customer focussed/orientated Good communication skills whether written, verbal or electronic Demonstrable problem-solving capability with ability to maintain a flexible and collaborative approach Desirable Knowledge and experience of construction legislation including planning and compliance regulations Good working knowledge of HTM's, HBN's and other NHS guidance Good knowledge of MiCAD and space utilisation software Qualifications Essential Specialist professional knowledge via an degree level or equivalent Membership of recognised professional institution relevant to the role such as IOSH, RICS, RIBA, APM, CIBSE, etc Evidence of continuing professional development Good communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships Desirable Previous knowledge of the NHS Health and Safety training and qualifications e.g NEBOSH certificate and/or construction safety Good understanding of Health and Safety and financial aspects of Capital Management Experience Essential Demonstrable relevant experience within a similar role Good knowledge and experience of managing and delivering schemes which involve movement of staff Good stakeholder management skills Effective management of programmes and budget Proven experience of managing internal and contractor teams Desirable Experience involving the refurbishment and construction on NHS buildings Experience of working with a Project Management Office Experience of estates property management and space utilisation 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. Employer details Employer name Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address King's Mill Hospital Mansfield Road Sutton in Ashfield NG17 4JL Employer's website https://www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)