We are seeking an outstanding candidate with significant experience overseeing a large, complex estate. Professionally qualified in the estates industry they will have a track record of delivering estates management initiatives which support organisational change and sustainability goals. in the context of an ambitious, forward-thinking organisation they will be able to demonstrate a strategic approach to whole life cycle assessment and maintenance activities across a diverse asset base. Higher education estates experience is desirable but this does not preclude applicants from other sectors. This is a professional, demanding role within a complex organisation implementing significant change. The postholder will be expected to be on site for the majority of each week and to show flexibility in working arrangements to ensure the directorate delivers the required level of service. The Person
Education/Qualifications • A degree or equivalent level qualification in estates/ property management, or a closely related field. • Graduate level CPD or specialist certification (Essential) • Up to date Health & Safety Qualification e.g. NEBOSH General Certificate (desirable) • Full membership of a relevant professional body e.g. RICS or CIOB. Knowledge/Experience (Essential) Evidence of: • Extensive experience of operating at a senior level in the strategic and operational management of estate services and development in a large complex organisation with diverse multi-site needs and customer base. • Significant experience in leading strategic transformation programmes in multi- functional operating environments involving people, infrastructure, systems and culture change. • A proven ability to deliver increased value to an organisation, in terms of service quality, efficiency, productivity and cost. • Technical knowledge of how to implement sustainability priorities. • In-depth knowledge of risk identification, management and mitigation across a complex estate. • Experience in strategic and complex estate portfolio management, development and
• The ability to build successful internal and external relationships, and to motivate and command the respect of academic and professional colleagues and students; • Experience of implementation and monitoring of sustainability initiatives against clear objectives. • A successful track record of developing and implementing strategies, regulation and guidance across estates management. • The use of key data metrics to drive real- time change and high performance. • Experience of representing an organisation to external stakeholders and partners and working on complex, multi-party projects. • Ability to demonstrate an understanding effectiveness and efficiency of the Estate in the context of a complex and dynamic working environment e.g. agile working, and changes to business practice e.g. pedagogy and research environments • Possess high level organisational, administrative and digital skills • Have the proven ability to chair University committees and groups in an inclusive, effective and efficient manner • Evidence of, and commitment to, ongoing personal and professional development and effective supervision of others. • Demonstrable commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and health, safety and wellbeing objectives • Have a commitment to the University’s values, aims and strategy and an enthusiasm for all that it is seeking to achieve of different approaches and change management required for improved
rationalisation, with strong commercial skills and financial acumen. • Experience of systems development and enhancement to enable activity monitoring and reporting against strategic objectives. • A demonstrable track record of leading and managing internal and external teams and resources to deliver innovation, continuous improvement and statutory compliance. • A knowledge and understanding of the higher education environment, nationally and internationally, and the major influences on student experience and graduate success. Attributes (Essential) • Be student-focused, discerning and empathetic • Pre-disposed to develop positive and innovative approaches to challenges and emerging issues, thriving in a dynamic environment • Possess a flexible approach to work with the ability to effectively use initiative, organise own workload and work effectively under pressure and to deadlines • Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal and the ability to use tact, discretion and confidentiality • Have the ability to work collaboratively across boundaries both as a leader and team member, relating positively to the contributions of others to a successful outcome
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