WTWA Head of Estates

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester seeks a Senior Manager for Estates Services to oversee day-to-day operations. The role requires a strong background in project management and negotiation, with essential qualifications including a degree-level professional qualification. The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality service delivery across various properties, ensuring they meet the strategic needs of the Trust. This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary range of £64,455 to £74,896 annually.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a senior manager position in Estates management.
• Evidence of successful projects within agreed constraints.
• Recent experience in negotiation and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for operational aspects of Estates Services.
• Support and develop services in response to demand.
• Work within a robust governance structure and service standards.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Negotiation

Team Collaboration

Education

Professional qualification at degree level

Member of the Chartered Institute of Management

PG Diploma/Master’s Degree

Job description

Job Summary

To support the WTWA Associate Group Director Estates in shaping the future provision of Estates Services across WTWA and associated properties. This will include the strategic development of services to ensure they are high quality, progressive, responsive to internal and external demand, patient focused and fully support the strategic and future operational needs of the service delivery contracts.

Main Duties of the Job

To be accountable for all day‑to‑day operational aspects of Estates Services Hard FM delivered across WTWA and associated properties, its partnership organisations and internal customers. This will include the support and development of services to ensure they are progressive, responsive to internal and external demand, patient focused, safe, efficient, and effective. The post‑holder is required to work within a robust governance structure and performance against agreed service standards and key performance indicators.

About Us

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe. We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our workforce of over 30,000 people is central to our success and innovation. You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You'll work collaboratively with clinical and non‑clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust. MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued and you have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery. We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation’s success. Join us and help shape the future of our Trust – make a real difference to our teams, our services and our communities, and ultimately, our patients.

Details

Date posted: 11 December 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 8b

Salary: £64,455 to £74,896 a year (pro rata)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full‑time

Reference number: 349-COR-7675494C‑RL4

Job locations:

Wythenshawe

1st Floor International House Ledson Road

Wythenshawe

M23 9LP

Eligibility and Requirements

Qualifications – Essential

• Professional/academic qualification at degree level or equivalent experience in a Technical or EFM discipline
• Evidence of continuing personal and professional development in EFM disciplines

Qualifications – Desirable

• Member of the Chartered Institute of Management
• PG Diploma/Master’s Degree and/or evidence of equivalent relevant management experience within the NHS
• Chartered Engineer

Experience – Essential

• Significant experience in a senior manager position, in the Estates management sector
• Evidence of successful projects/programmes of work within agreed constraints (e.g., budgets, timescales)
• Successful track record in securing year‑on‑year improvements in quality and value
• Recent experience of successful negotiation and contract management
• Recent experience of procurement through tendering
• Ability to work effectively and inclusively with a wide range of people

Experience – Desirable

• Successful track record in leading and delivering organisational change
• Evidence of Commitment to Continuing Professional Development

Knowledge – Essential

• Sound understanding of financial management and processes, with in‑depth knowledge of contract management
• Full understanding of the PLACE process

Knowledge – Desirable

• Knowledge of how the Estates and Hard Facilities function operates in an NHS setting
• Understanding of healthcare provision together with awareness and appreciation of current NHS policy and priorities

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Your Application

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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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Employer Details

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

1st Floor International House Ledson Road

Wythenshawe, M23 9LP

https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)