Entry Level Project Officer

Nhs-1; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Entry Level Project Officer (NHS AfC Band 5) in Nottingham. You will join the Capital Services team to deliver a minor capital programme, oversee designs, procurement routes, and liaise with stakeholders to support estate management.

The role requires a recent degree or equivalent (ONC/HNC) with knowledge of construction project management, AutoCAD, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with degree level / ONC / HNC or working towards such qualifications.
• The role requires knowledge of construction design and project management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work with多 stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day capital services activities from inception to completion.
• Support minor works through contracted suppliers or approved procurement routes.
• Liaise with Trust staff, managers and external agencies to deliver projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Driving licence

Education

Degree level in building/engineering/project management

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Employer Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Duncan Macmillan House Town Nottingham Salary £32,073 - £39,043 per annum (pro rata for part time) Salary period Yearly Closing 30/10/2026 23:59

Entry Level Project Officer

NHS AfC: Band 5

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Job overview

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a forward-thinking Directorate delivering a role that offers very diverse requirements across a varied portfolio.

You will be working as part of the Capital Services team to deliver a minor capital programme of delegated schemes, including the associated capital expenditure, planning issues, design service, project management, commissioning of consultant advice to the Trust stakeholders as well supporting the wider Estates and Facilities department with the management of the Trust’s Estate, assets and estate records.

Operating in policy guidelines and in accordance with standing financial orders and instructions.

Main duties of the job

• Day to day operational arrangements relating to capital services including advice, design, project management from inception to completion.
• Delivery of day to day minor requests for additional works provided by our In-House help desk via existing contracted suppliers or through approved procurement routes.
• Day to day liaison with Trust staff, Departmental Managers and individuals from external NHS, Local Government and Private Sector agencies.
• Providing support to management, facilitating and monitoring the progress of projects or tasks with the Directorate representatives and working closely with the other corporate departments to facilitate a project or task delivery.
• Resolving minor problems independently and act as the first point of contact for enquiries from end users.
• Estates/Facilities record and information administration actions including but not limited to review and alteration of Building Plans, measured and building condition surveys, access surveys, building occupancy audits.

Working for our organisation

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.

We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.

The health and wellbeing of colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will have:

It is expected that the post holder will be a recent graduate of a degree level / ONC / HNC or interested in working towards a degree / ONC / HNC and has theoretical knowledge of construction design and project management with minimum of one year of experience working in the UK design and construction sector.

Knowledge of surveying, construction project management.

Excellent communication skills including verbal, written and presentational skills.

Skills and ability to think creatively with positive and enabling attitude.

Experience in operating and using Microsoft packages, Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point etc. is essential.

Experience in the use of AutoCAD

Car driver is essential due to the extensive area of the Estate covered. There is an expectation that this post may travel anywhere within the Trust wide boundary.

A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £20.00 (standard) or £41.00 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £15 per year applies.

Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.

Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Person specification

Qualifications - Academic / Craft / Professional

• Relevant training or experience in the UK Construction Industry.
• Educated to degree level in building /engineering/project management.

Training

• CIEH Health and Safety Certificate or equivalent
• Environmental / Quality Awareness ISO9001 ISO14001

Values and Behaviours

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust’s expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

Experience

• Working operation of AutoCAD.
• Experience in construction or engineering project management in the UK Construction Industry.
• Experience of design and contract administration of construction projects.
• Experience managing multiple construction projects concurrently.

Knowledge

• Construction and or building services project management in the UK Construction Industry.
• Computer applications.
• Understanding of construction contracts including JCT and NEC suite.
• Health and safety, risk management and legislation appertaining to construction.

Skills

• Good oral and written communication skills at all levels.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and prioritise competing deadlines.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate at all levels of staff and clients/customers.
• Ability to liaise with client departments, contractors and external agencies.
• Ability to recognise any issues that may give rise to concern.
• Hold good influencing and negotiating skills and be able to develop and maintain good working relations with both internal and external stakeholders.

Contractual Requirements

• A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
• Requirement to work at any of the Trusts sites.
• Participate in Estates Emergency on call service as required.
• Deputise for the Lead Capital Project Manager in their absence.

Additional Information

• We reserve the right to close the post early once we have received a sufficient number of applicants.
• The Trust believes in treating everyone with dignity and respect and encourages applications from all sectors of the community. We guarantee an interview to candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum essential criteria.
• In submitting an application form, you authorise Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to confirm from your previous or current NHS employer and other prior employers; previous NHS service details and personal data held about you. This data will be transferred using NHS Electronic Staff Record and third party systems via an automated process and only used for the purposes of obtaining and maintaining accurate employment records, should you be appointed to the post. Should you require any further information please refer our Privacy Policy shown on the Trust website, please click here for more information.
• For eligible posts, DBS disclosures are mandatory before commencement of employment. If you are in a position that is deemed a regulated adult and/or child care role, you will not be able to start your employment until we have received a satisfactory DBS Disclosure. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Convictions which would otherwise be considered as 'spent' will also be checked as part of an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Name Kayleigh Higgins Job title Lead Capital Projects Manager Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 07939203590 Additional information or Thomas Allsop, Lead Capital Projects Manager on 07825 858435 or Glenn McFaden, Capital Services Manager on 07503918931

If you have problems applying, contact

Address Duncan Macmillan House
Porchester Road
Mapperley
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG3 6AA
Telephone [phone] - Bank Team