authorities), local conservation groups, private sector developers, construction companies and consultants
organised and its staff are properly trained and well-motivated to meet the challenging demands made on the Service; • Ensuring that the estate is fit for purpose and the University community is making optimal use of the available facilities and space; • Working closely with senior management colleagues to advise on the evolution of the Estates Strategy and the Capital Programme through the delivery of the Estates Masterplan; • Overseeing the implementation of major capital projects through the application of professional project management standards and techniques; • Developing the customer-centred approach to the estate management function, ensuring appropriate processes are in place to facilitate clear lines of communication with internal and external customers; • Supporting the business and trading activities of the University, including conferences, delivering the vision of the retail and catering partnership and the residential estate strategy, by providing line management to the Director of Campus Services • Applying risk management techniques at strategic and operational levels to
and holds thematic responsibilities for Research, Internationalisation and Student experience. Directors of Professional Services & Directors of Operations The role is an important member of the Registrar’s team and works collaboratively with that team to manage and deliver the work of Professional Services; the relationship with the Director of Finance is key to effective delivery of the Estates and Campus Services portfolio. Council Council is the governing body of the University. The role works with, and advises, members of Council, the committees of Council and the University executive on all matters relating to the Estates and Campus Services. Company Boards A number of commercial operations in the Campus Services portfolio are overseen by board structures for Retail/Catering, Residences and Conferencing. The Director of Campus Services is a board member representing the Estates and Campus Services team alongside the Director of Finance and other Directors. External External relationships are an increasing important element of the role, particularly in relation to the NHS, City Council and Mayor, and the wider HE and property networks.
Key Relationships:
The Director of Estates and Campus Services will work closely and collaboratively with fellow Directors and ensure a two-way exchange of information and business intelligence in support of the achievement of shared projects and business objectives. Internal and external relationships include: President and Vice-Chancellor The post interacts frequently with the President and Vice-Chancellor, particularly in relation to campus and capital planning, and the development of new University initiatives. Registrar & Chief Operating Officer (COO) The Registrar is secretary to Council and leads the University’s Professional Services; the role reports to the Registrar and COO. Provost The Provost leads on planning and resources; the Director and their team will work closely with the Provost on resource allocation and capital planning.
underpin delivery of objectives; • Working with and maintaining
Pro-Vice-Chancellors (PVCs) The Director works closely and
collaboratively with the PVCs to develop and implement strategy. A PVC leads each of the three academic colleges
effective relationships with key partners and stakeholders including, the NHS, local councils (including the planning
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