University of Oxford - Director of Capital Projects

Person Specification

Selection criteria: • Educated to degree level or equivalent with a professional qualification related to the construction industry and membership of a relevant professional body • Significant, relevant post-qualification experience • Proven experience of developing, working within and managing a PMO • Proven experience of management and delivery of major capital building projects to a comparable scale (£50-£169m PA) in a live, operational, high footfall and diverse estate portfolio • Understanding and experience of working with JV (joint venture) partners on the realisation of major capital developments • Excellent presentation skills, both oral and written format • Experience of effectively managing large capital budgets • Expertise in managing a multi-disciplinary professional workforce and evaluating the performance of people • Significant experience of the implications of managing a large site with diverse activities and the inter-relationships which will exist and be factored into the planning process for major projects • Substantial experience of direct customer interface and continued relationship management • Proven ability to analyse and interpret complex data to drive a decision • In-depth knowledge and understanding of health, safety and risk within an estates’ environment • Working knowledge of the formal planning process associated with site development and building construction • Ability to effectively communicate complex information to influence a range of audiences • Proven ability to lead, communicate effectively with and motivate teams of professional staff • Ability to influence, negotiate and command respect • Ability to make judgements on significant new problems where precedent may not apply. • Ensure that multiple projects interface correctly and that overall construction logistics are managed. • Able to recognise obstacles so that teams can deliver. • Able to demonstrate leadership. • Support estates digital transformation. • The University places a very heavy emphasis on Safety and a strong focus on multi-stakeholder engagement. Desirable selection criteria • A formal qualification in project or programme management • Experience of working in the HE Sector • Knowledge and understanding of the impact of change and best practice in change management

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