Facilities Director

Job Description:

Job Title: Facilities Director
Location: Coventry - 5 Days On-Site
Reporting To: Chief Executive Officer / Board of Directors
 
Role:
Our client are a leading Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) delivering high-quality facilities management and infrastructure services in the healthcare sector. We operate and manage
The Coventry and Rugby Hospital Company PLC, providing critical services under a PFI contract. We are seeking an experienced and strategic Facilities Director to join our leadership team and drive operational excellence across all facilities functions.
 
Role Purpose:
The Facilities Director will provide senior leadership and strategic direction for the management, operation, and maintenance of hospital facilities under PFI contracts. This role requires a strong track record in managing PFI projects within a healthcare setting, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and service excellence. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering cost-effective, safe, and sustainable facilities services while maintaining a high standard of patient care environment.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for all facilities management operations across the hospital.
• Oversee the delivery of PFI contracts, ensuring compliance with contract terms, KPIs, and performance standards.
• Develop and implement long-term maintenance, asset management, and lifecycle strategies for hospital infrastructure.
• Lead a multi-disciplinary team including estates, maintenance, engineering, and FM service providers.
• Manage budgets and financial performance for facilities operations, ensuring value for money and contract efficiency.
• Ensure all facilities comply with statutory regulations, health and safety standards, and NHS requirements.
• Act as the primary liaison with NHS Trusts, PFI partners, and other stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise service delivery, operational performance, and patient satisfaction.
• Support sustainability and environmental initiatives across the estate.

Person Specification / Experience Required:

• Proven experience as a senior facilities or estates director within a hospital or healthcare environment.
• Demonstrable track record managing PFI projects/contracts in the NHS or private healthcare sector.
• Strong knowledge of facilities management, lifecycle planning, and asset management.
• Excellent understanding of NHS frameworks, statutory compliance, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing outsourced service providers.
• Strong financial acumen, including budget management and performance reporting.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with executive teams, clinicians, and external partners.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to drive operational excellence and innovation.

Qualifications:

• Professional qualification in Facilities Management, Engineering, or related discipline (e.g., CEng, MCIOB, BIFM Level 7 or equivalent).
• Relevant PFI/PPP project management experience.
• Health & Safety qualification (NEBOSH or equivalent) desirable.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to lead facilities management for a high-profile hospital under a long-term PFI contract.
• Be part of a dynamic leadership team with scope to influence strategic direction.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Work in a purpose-driven environment delivering critical healthcare services.