ESTATES & FACILITIES TECHNICAL MANAGER CANDIDATE INFORMATION PACK
ABOUT COLLEGIATE UK
10,805 beds in21 cites acrosst he UK
All over the UK, we have residences run by hard-working teams who are committed to delivering the best possible experience, keeping our residents safe and ensuring their wellbeing. The residences are supported by our Central Support team, based in Ardington, in Oxfordshire. Our Central Support Team is comprised of our HR, Marketing and Communication, Sales, Finance, Business Intelligence, Operations Support
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Collegiate UK is a market leader in purpose-built student accommodation with 10,802 beds across 36 sites in 21 cities across the UK. We work closely with our partners to be the most trusted accommodation choice for students by creating a unique experience where everyone feels they belong.
LEEDS
SHEFFIELD
CHESTER
DERBY
NOTTINGHAM
and our Executive Team. We work together as one
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BIRMINGHAM
NORWICH
team, living the Collegiate UK values and aiming to create environments where everyone can thrive.
COVENTRY
IPSWICH
CHELTENHAM
CAMBRIDGE
CARDIFF
GLOUCESTER
CENTRAL SUPPORT
LONDON
BRISTOL
EXETER
WINCHESTER
PORTSMOUTH
SOUTHAMPTON
OUR APPROACH
Collegiate UK offers a wide array of student residences to suit all needs, preferences, and budgets. Whether it’s a stylish studio apartment or cosy shared accommodation, we provide homes that deliver supportive environments, a structured resident events programme and all-inclusive facilities that can include on-site cinemas, private fitness suites, games rooms and social spaces.
Resident wellbeing is at the heart of everything we value. Collegiate UK strives to create home environments and communities where everyone feels that they belong and can flourish, not only academically, but also socially, mentally and physically.
VISION, PURPOSE & VALUES
OUR VISION
To be the first choice for students by creating the best experiences and providing a home environment where everyone feels safe, comfortable and belongs.
BE YOURSELF, BE AWESOME Be YOUR best. Be
To create environments where everyone can thrive. OUR PURPOSE
authentic. Have a positive influence. Enjoy the ride.
LIFE AT COLLEGIATE UK We could tell you all the great things about a career with Collegiate UK, but we think you’d rather hear from the amazing people in our team….
WE CARE
WE GROW TOGETHER Work smarter. Collaborate as one team. Always be open and honest. Celebrate our achievements.
Respect yourself. Respect others. Respect our environment. Support each other.
In this year’s Employee Survey, we asked our team what they like best about working at Collegiate UK – these are just a few of the answers.
“I feel like I am valued as a person and within my team, I can express myself with no issue.”
“The environment is incredibly supportive, especially between sites and Central Support.”
“The social interactions with people of all nationalities. One day is never the same and that is something that keeps me going.” “Open culture to talk about issues and resolve problems - I feel I can share a problem and I know others would help me work through it without judgement.” “Collegiate UK has great people, a great team and a collaborative approach to working, celebrating successes and learning from mistakes rather than reprimanding.”
WE SUCCEED
TRUST US
Deliver the best results. Be accountable. Take ownership. Embrace innovation and creativity.
Be brave, step up and own it. Trust each other. Be financially responsible. Provide a safe and secure environment.
key compliance items are identified before handover, including associated good practice and regulatory regimes. Review Handover Documentation: • Responsible for the review of handover documentation, certification, and asset collection to agreed and developed formats, supporting the future implementation/ mobilisation of Collegiate’s planned and reactive maintenance strategy. Onsite Conduit: • Act as the onsite conduit between defect contractors, Estates and Facilities, and City operational teams, for reactive and planned works. • Provide essential support in the delivery of vendor management, ensuring planned works are completed in accordance with statutory regulations and industry standards. Compliance with Policies: • Ensure all third parties on-site work is carried out in accordance with Collegiate Policies. • Act as the Collegiate Appointed Person
(AP) for all associated electrical Policies, Procedures and Audits Reporting: • Provide reports to frequencies agreed with the line manager. Role Model Leadership • Be seen as subject matter experts by the City Teams and other departments within Collegiate. • Provide clarity and focus around our vision and values, be a role model, and support the personal development of the Collegiate team. • Provide motivational and inspirational leadership. Please note that due to the nature of the business and this specific role there are a large number of ad-hoc tasks which occur throughout the year – the JD is not exhaustive. The nature of the role means that you may be required to work outside of your hours (move in weekends, summer etc). Travel may be required.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Role Title: Reports To: Department/Residence: Hours:
Estates & Facilities Technical Manager Paul Foley – Head of Property Services Central Support 37.5 per week
About the Team As part of the Operations business, the Estates and Facilities Team is responsible for ensuring our buildings have long-term asset and lifecycle programs in place and comply with relevant legislation. The team delivers these programs by working closely with the City Operational Teams. Purpose of Role Provide strategic direction for the business concerning the rectification of non-reactive, technical planned project works, strategic alignment of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) services, and ownership of large- scale latent defects across the portfolio. The role also includes ownership and project management of key capital projects, as well as refurbishment and repair schemes, providing leadership and direction in the delivery of total facilities management (FM).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The key duties for the role are: Technical Expertise and Leadership: • Provide technical expertise and leadership for the defect and project management of major projects across our national estate. Strategic Business Plan: • Engage and support in the delivery/ development of Estates and Facilities strategic plans. Technical Expertise for City Teams: • Provide subject matter expertise and direction for the city team on all aspects of defect and project management, including all associated mechanical and electrical (M&E) services.
Documentation and Warranties: • Ensure all documentation and warranties are clearly submitted upon project completion. Technical Support: • Provide continuous technical support across the portfolio, along with supporting the mobilisation process of new builds, acquisitions, refurbishments, inclusive of any defect related works. • Produce Technical papers for client and board approval. Future Mobilisation: • Engage and support in any new developments, supporting the acquisition teams regarding future mobilisation, ensuring
PERSON PROFILE
Education: • Relevant built environment or project management related qualification/ professional membership and or professional experience and technical background • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) • City & Guilds (or equivalent) 2391-52 Level 3 Award • Membership of IWFM, APM, IOSH or equivalent Experience • Proven and demonstrable evidence of managing hard services • Demonstrable experience in commissioning, mobilisation and transition of re-fit/ construction projects at handover stage • Experience of property management in a residential or commercial context • In-dept experience of building systems, HVAC, plumbing and electrical • Demonstrable experience of working within a complex stakeholder environment • Experience of implementing and developing policies & procedures Knowledge • Significant expertise in compliance and regulatory requirements and issues relating to property and facilities sectors • Significant expertise in strategic planning including monitoring, risk management, impact mitigation, reporting and auditing • Detailed knowledge of Health and Safety regulations • Sound understanding of the financial mechanisms that underpin operational properties – Budgets, Cost control, Capex
Skills and Ability • Strong decision-making ability • Excellent commercial acumen • Excellent financial acumen • Evidence of working effectively in a multifaceted environment • Evidence of continued CPD
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills • Clear ability to develop effective personal, business and commercial relationships • Effective negotiating and influencing skills • Well developed personal planning and organisational skills • Ability to manage and motivate external service partners • Commitment to and familiar with introducing and implementing sustainable and innovative practices within Estates and Facilities management Collegiate UK standards • It is your personal responsibility to work within Collegiate UK’s policies, procedures and processes at all times. For the purposes of clarity, this includes but is not limited to, items such as our employment policies, health and safety policies, equal opportunities, data protection, compliance and money laundering responsibilities. • All employees will act in accordance with appropriate professional and legislative regulations and codes of conduct. • The Company expects all employees to maintain good standards of electronic and/or paper filling as required in their role. • You will be expected to carry out all aspects of your role profile and any additional responsibilities as requested from time to time.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
• 25 days + bank holidays paid holiday • Auto Enrolment Salary Exchange • Pension Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Programme • Employee Referral Bonus Scheme • Cycle to Work Scheme • 10 days sick day • Hybrid Working (depending on role) • Discretionary Bonus Scheme
APPLICATION PROCESS We’d love to hear from you, please send your CV and covering letter to: Connor Humpage connor.humpage@mrgglobal.com | 07355093393 James Gregory james.gregory@mrgglobal.com | 07966827391
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