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We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and forward-thinking Capital Project Manager to oversee the management and development of the school estate. Reporting to the Head of Estates and Projects and working with the estates team, you will be responsible for delivering the capital developments across the estate, including a focus on new schools, sustainability projects and efficiency standards.
Job Responsibility:
Managing SCA project priorities, budgets and delivery from inception to end of defects
Managing the opening and delivery of new free schools with the DfE, design teams and local authorities
Managing and supporting estate condition, maintenance and asset management
Managing capital elements of academy conversion projects
Planning, procuring and delivering high-quality estate and project services
Managing and monitoring external technical advisors
Managing health & safety across all project lifecycles
Managing third-party suppliers and consultants
Managing consultations, admissions, branding, marketing, FF&E and uniforms for new schools
Providing professional property services and ensuring compliance with legislation and regulations
Assisting with estate-related policies, procedures and statutory frameworks
Contributing to capital fund prioritisation and overseeing capital projects
Assisting in developing a carbon reduction strategy
Managing and supporting key building programmes and reporting to senior leaders
Contributing to monthly project performance reports
Requirements:
A relevant undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in a project management environment
Evidence of continued professional development
Project management experience within education, not-for-profit or public sector
Experience of coordinating projects in complex and challenging environments
Demonstrable successful delivery of project outputs to required time, quality and cost
The ability to interpret and present complex information to inform robust recommendations for evidence-based practice and decision-making
Proven and well-developed interpersonal skills, including excellent written and spoken communication
Good administrative, finance and organisational skills
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications, including strong Excel skills
The ability to work independently and flexibly with your own initiative on various ongoing projects
A professional working ethic and a commitment to high standards
The ability to ensure that confidentiality is always maintained
The ability to upskill oneself with new areas of expertise
What we offer:
Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
Annual performance and loyalty bonus
Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans
Lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site