Job description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Facilities and Infrastructure Director to lead the Facilities Management (FM), Property & Infrastructure function across Practice Plus Group. This is a pivotal role that ensures the delivery of a high-quality, professional, and sustainable FM service across all our healthcare sites.

As a senior leader, you will drive strategic planning, compliance, and operational excellence within our property portfolio, ensuring the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and regulatory adherence. You will also oversee large-scale capital projects, hospital acquisitions, and refurbishments, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

This is an exciting and influential role that offers the chance to shape the future of healthcare infrastructure while ensuring that our facilities continue to provide the highest standards of safety and care.

What you'll be doing:

Leading the FM, Property & Infrastructure function, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Managing relationships with key service partners (architects, engineers, energy consultants, and contractors).
Overseeing hospital acquisitions, refurbishments, and capital projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
Driving energy and utilities reduction initiatives in line with government regulations and sustainability targets.
Ensuring compliance with CQC, health & safety regulations, and estates governance requirements.
Leading medical gas system oversight and regulatory compliance across our facilities.
Managing lease negotiations, property-related legal matters, and estates governance.
Overseeing the capital replacement programme, ensuring strategic asset management and long-term sustainability.
Acting as a senior leadership team member, providing strategic insights into property and infrastructure planning

What we'll look for in you:

You will be a visionary leader with extensive experience in Facilities, Property & Infrastructure Management, preferably within a healthcare or multi-site environment.

We are looking for:

Degree-level qualifications in Facilities Management, Engineering, Property Management, or Business Administration (with PRINCE2/PMP being a plus)
Senior leadership experience in a healthcare, hospital, or clinical environment
Proven contract management expertise with outsourced service providers, ensuring value for money
Strong capital project delivery experience, including hospital acquisitions and refurbishments
A strategic mindset, with expertise in life cycle asset management, risk management, and sustainability initiatives
Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging at the executive level
Health & Safety knowledge, including NEBOSH/IOSH qualifications (preferred)
Familiarity with CQC, NHS Estates compliance, and HTM/HBN regulatory frameworks (highly desirable).

What you can expect in return: