Head of Built Environment Projects

Job title: Head of Built Environment Projects

Company: University of Surrey


Job description: A unique opening for Head of Built Environment Projects to join the University of Surrey’s Estates & Facilities Management Team.This is a high profile position leading, directing and managing the capital project management team charged with the intelligent client side management of the University’s (academic and residential) built environment.We value, empower and support every member of staff to get the best out of your unique talents, so you’ll be rewarded with a generous salary, 27 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays, competitive Pension scheme and a unique and vibrant working environment on-campus.Role & ResponsibilitiesThis is a high profile strategic, planning and operational position required to ensure that the team delivers a professional built environment project management service to provide the physical environment and services for the benefit of the University community and is commensurate with the University’s corporate objectives and its mission.Key Capital Projects include programmes of construction, remodelling, refurbishment, and development of the university space to described standards and specification. The role will also oversee built environment capital finance and project Health and Safety.Key responsibilities include:

• Working with the Director, Estates & Facilities Management to compile and update the University Estates Strategy
• Strategically plan, organise and manage the built environment capital works programme and its related resources and services to ensure project delivery meets good practice, in line with University requirements and Estates Strategy.
• Delivery of highly customer focussed Estate’s project management and custodial services throughout the University, ensuring a high-quality level of client support.
• Encouraging customer ownership of projects through the provision of quality information and use of open systems.
• Ensure the team procure and efficiently manage all projects and services related to the development and implementation of projects on the University estate, seeking best value and a high degree of interface with internal engineering expertise

You’ll be a key member of the Leadership and Management Teams within Estates and Facilities Management leading and contributing to the overall strategic development of the department.What’s in it for you?We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive.Our campus is a beautiful, leafy environment with carefully designed gardens, vibrant green playing fields, and a picturesque lake. With the buzz of student life and superb working facilities, the University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research in an inspiring, innovative and diverse environment.Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer:

• Competitive Salary & Pension
• 20 Days annual leave + 7 University Days + Bank Holidays
• Additional leave with length of service
• Travel & Family benefits including subsidised rail fare, cycle to work scheme and on-site childcare
• Access to on site world-class leisure facilities at discounted rates
• On-site parking, cafes, restaurants and coffee shops

For more information or to be considered for the role, please apply via the University of Surrey Website.The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.Further detailsShare this jobSave jobClick to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.Get job alertsCreate a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.© 2015 – 2025 THE World Universities Insights Limited. Powered by Madgex Job Board SoftwareCloseBefore you apply –
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Expected salary: £85000 – 95000 per year

Location: Surrey

Job date: Mon, 06 Jan 2025 23:07:16 GMT

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