University of Reading - Director, Maintenance Services

PERSON SPECIFICATION Criteria

Essential

Skills required

Analytical and problem solving skills • Ability to process complex data and develop coherant & credible solutions • Ability to present and explain complex concepts, programmes and principles to both t Strategic planning & prioritisation skills • Ability to prioritise, plan and manage finite resources • Ability to develop and communicate prioritisation criteria which can be used to rank p Good communication skills • Ability to develop clear targets and objectives and explain how these link to University • Ability to influence senior University officers’ decision making • Ability to write effective reports and committee papers Strong commercial skills. • Ability to accurately monitor and control a series of complex programmes & projects, • Ability to critically review operational activities and consider new ways of achieving be • Ability to negotiate effectively with commercial partners Technical Knowledge/Qualifications • Relevant degree in construction or related disciplines • Must be a full member of a professional building related discipline e.g. RICS, CIBSE, CIO

Attainment

Sector Knowledge/Experience • Strong links with relevant technical institutes and organisations, aimed at identifying a Health & Safety Knowledge • Good knowledge of Health, Safety &Welfare legislation relating to the built estate.

Knowledge

Relevant Experience • Significant experience in leading maintenance teams in a large organisation, including • Broad construction sector procurement and contract management experience • Experience in leading team in major incident response Disposition • Proactive, willing to challenge status quo in order to achieve more effective service de Effective leader • Ability to create, develop and motivate effective teams • Ability to develop a clear vision and objectives, and communicate these to teams • Adaptable with proven ability to problem-solve

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