Executive Director of Estates, Facilities & Capital Development

EAST LONDON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Greater London, Luton; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

East London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an inspirational, experienced Director of Estates, Facilities & Capital Development to provide strategic and operational leadership across its estates and facilities portfolio. You will guide backlog maintenance, drive capital development, and ensure compliant, high-quality environments that support mental health and community care.

This is a senior leadership role with significant strategic influence and collaboration with the executive team to

Responsibilities

• Leading the development and implementation of an Estates Strategy aligned with clinical, operational and financial priorities.
• Overseeing estates and facilities services to ensure safe, compliant and high-quality environments.
• Developing a backlog maintenance plan and long-term asset management approach.
• Leading the capital development programme including redevelopment projects and strategic property initiatives.
• Overseeing complex contractual arrangements, including PFI and facilities management services.
• Driving financial efficiency, sustainability and service improvement across estates functions.
• Building productive relationships with clinical, operational and corporate colleagues to meet organisational needs.
• Providing expert assurance to the CFO, Executive Team and Trust Board.

Job description

East London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an inspirational, experienced Director of Estates, Facilities & Capital Development to provide strategic and operational leadership across its estates and facilities portfolio. You will guide backlog maintenance, drive capital development, and ensure compliant, high-quality environments that support mental health and community care.

This is a senior leadership role with significant strategic influence and collaboration with the executive team to