Staffordshire University - Space Manager

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Special Conditions The role holder will be required to travel between sites from time to time in a cost- effective manner, which may be through the use of a car. To be committed to working with the University to further improve the carbon footprint/environmental issues.

Assistant Director - Capital Development & Project Delivery

Main Activities

• To lead the development, introduction and maintenance of space management, systems and procedures. • To determine and implement space management techniques, policies and standards. • To undertake space utilisation surveys and space audits to ascertain space efficiency throughout the estate. • To determine and disseminate good practice in space management at all levels throughout the University. • To achieve and support Schools/Services in planning the efficient use of space to meet academic and service delivery requirements. • To contribute to the development of projects to ensure space efficiency is maximised. • To manage minor projects associated with remodelling / refurbishment for improved space utilisation. • Ensuring all aspects of the department’s work are carried out in line with University • Health and Safety requirements, statutory obligations and best practice requirements. • Support the Assistant Director – Capital Development and Project Delivery and Design & Commissioning Manager in the development, delivery and periodic review of the Estates Strategy. • Deputise for the Assistant Director – Capital Development and Project Delivery as required and therefore taking responsibility for reporting to the Senior • Management Team; developing and maintaining relationships with internal/external partners; and representing the University for the Estates Department as required. • Ensuring the University’s commitments to sustainability are realised both within the • Department’s own operations and more widely across all areas of University activity, working with academic and professional services colleagues as appropriate. • Contribute to the procurement, negotiation and management of external contracts for services relating to space management ensuring that such contracts are delivered to agreed standards of service and remain cost effective. • Actively contribute to the work of the Estates Senior Management Team and take responsibility for cross-divisional initiatives and performance.

Variation to Job Description The postholder will be employed by Staffordshire University Services Limited. Staffordshire University Services Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary company of Staffordshire University which recruits and provides both academic and professional support staff to the University. You will be subject to Staffordshire University’s policies and procedures and will be eligible to participate in the Staffordshire University Pension Scheme.

Conditions of Service The postholder will be employed by Staffordshire University Services Limited. Staffordshire University Services Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary company of Staffordshire University which recruits and provides both academic and professional support staff to the University. You will be subject to Staffordshire University’s policies and procedures and will be eligible to participate in the Staffordshire University Pension Scheme.

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