University of Oxford - Director of Estates

Candidates should possess appropriate professional qualifications and substantial experience at a senior management level in the field of building and/or estate management within a large and complex organisation. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate the following attributes: Person Specification 1. Excellent Managerial and Financial Skills: The ability to efficiently coordinate business operations and manage the Estates Services Department. 2. Strategic Leadership: A capacity to lead and support the strategic direction of the University, including the ongoing development and implementation of an estate strategy. 3. Leadership Experience: Previous senior leadership roles overseeing appropriately sized teams, with demonstrated ability to motivate and influence colleagues. 4. Strategic Alignment: The capability to align departmental operations with the overall objectives of the University, balancing strategic goals with the delivery of high-quality services. 5. Stakeholder Management: Experience in developing and managing relationships with external contractors and stakeholders to ensure cost-effective and timely outcomes for the University. 6. Procurement and Risk Management: Familiarity with various procurement methods and the ability to identify and mitigate financial risks for successful building project delivery. 7. Track Record of Successful Capital Projects: Demonstrated success in delivering major capital projects. 8. Sustainability Expertise: Proven experience in developing and delivering sustainability strategies across diverse estates. 9. Management Information Development: Ability to create and utilize management information to support departmental operations and meet external reporting requirements 10. Resource Prioritisation: Skill in assessing priorities for competing claims with limited resources. 11. Political Insight and Diplomacy: Sensitivity and influencing skills to navigate academic complexities.

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