Deputy Director of Capital Planning & Delivery RFL Property Services Ltd is a 100% wholly owned subsidiary of Royal Free London Group, embarked on a journey of transformational change in estate services. Our parent, the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust, operates four main hospital sites: North Middlesex, Barnet, Chase Farm and Royal Free. The Opportunity We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Capital Project Professional to provide strategic leadership for the planning and delivery of RFL Group capital projects and programmes. In this high‑profile role you will have full authority and responsibility for managing, coordinating and delivering our group capital programme, ensuring projects meet strategic objectives—delivering on time, within budget, and to the highest quality while minimising disruption to patient care and Trust income. Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership: Deputising for the Director and representing RFLPS and the Trust at regional and national forums. End‑to‑End Project Delivery: Leading the successful implementation of capital‑funded investments and projects from inception to completion. Business Case Development: Leading project teams in drafting robust investment business cases (Strategic Outline Case, Outline Business Case, Full Business Case) in line with national guidance. Stakeholder Engagement: Driving the design development process, engaging with clinical, facilities and IM&T teams for new health facilities. Governance & Assurance: Supporting and assuring the governance structures for the entire capital programme. Team Leadership: Providing direct leadership and mentorship to a team of capital development project managers.

The Ideal Candidate

Qualifications: Educated to degree level with Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (CEng/IEng). Experience: Significant post‑qualification, senior management experience in strategic project delivery within an acute hospital environment or an equally complex organisation. Leadership: Proven track record of leading and managing multidisciplinary teams in estate strategy, construction and project funding. Strategic Planning and Execution: Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing multi‑year capital plans. Analytical Skills: Ability to undertake sophisticated financial and qualitative analysis to inform decision‑making.

Our Offer

A competitive salary of £102,108 – £113,633 per annum, with opportunities for growth and development. 25 days annual leave plus public holidays. Membership of the NEST Pension Scheme. Car leasing scheme via salary sacrifice. A comprehensive range of discounted lifestyle and well‑being benefits.

RFLPS values and celebrates diversity, equity, inclusion and equal opportunity. We strive to create an inclusive culture where everyone can truly be themselves at work and feel valued, recognised and empowered. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and protected characteristics, including those interested in flexible working arrangements, and commit to providing reasonable adjustments where required. For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kelly Liu, Head of People at rf-tr.rflpsrecruitment@nhs.net. #J-18808-Ljbffr