Estates Manager​/Projects and Compliance; AWDO-P14826

Projects and Compliance Estates Manager

An excellent opportunity for an organised Projects and Compliance Estates Manager with strong premises compliance, health and safety, project management, contractor management and building services experience.

Roles an employer is looking for:
Facilities Projects Manager, Premises Manager, Building Compliance Manager, Estates Project Manager, Hard FM Manager, Facilities Manager, Estates Compliance Manager, Building Services Manager.

Job title within the organisation:
Estates Project & Compliance Manager.

SALARY: £45,580 to £52,992 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION:

Supporting multiple sites across Coventry, Warwickshire and Leicestershire

JOB TYPE:
Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS:

Monday to Thursday: 8.00am – 4.00pm, Friday: 8.00am – 3.30pm, 37 Hours per Week

Provide strategic and technical management of premises projects, site compliance and estate improvement works. Lead on compliance, health and safety, environmental initiatives, energy management, audits and contractor coordination to support safe, sustainable and high-quality learning environments.

• Support larger estate project works and assist with the implementation of new organisational strategies.
• Take responsibility for site and building compliance across the estate, including monitoring, reporting and record keeping.
• Maintain local asbestos management plans, coordinate surveys and support premises teams with legionella risk assessments and works.
• Assist with annual estates budgets and local project budgets, including order requests, appraisal, approval and delivery sign-off.
• Support utility management, renewable energy contracts, meter readings and liaison with relevant external bodies.
• Provide estates technical advice, audits, surveys, risk assessment support and documentation guidance.
• Coordinate estate contracts, contractor health and safety arrangements and safe working practices.
• Prepare designs, plans and minor project specifications in line with planning, building regulations and CDM regulations.
• Maintain estate and compliance management systems, schedule inspections and provide monthly compliance reports.
• Prepare reports, attend meetings and advise leaders on premises legislation, building condition and estate improvements.

• Minimum HNC/HND qualification in an estates or buildings-related subject.
• Full driving licence and own transport, with willingness and ability to travel across sites.
• Evidence of continuing professional development in estates leadership, sustainability or capital project management.
• Highly organised, able to prioritise, work under pressure, meet deadlines and maintain attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage a range of audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships internally and externally.
• Able to assist premises teams with technical and operational support.
• Able to use Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and bespoke estates management software packages.
• Able to interpret and present written and numerical data in spreadsheets and reports.
• Able to follow safeguarding procedures and recognise when to report concerns.

• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in an engineering or estates-based vocation.
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification.
• City and Guilds, NVQ or other recognised qualification in craft skills at Level 3 or equivalent.
• Previous practical experience within surveying or building services.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD drawing software.
• Understanding of mechanical and electrical services, building regulations and compliance.
• Knowledge of procurement procedures and contract administration.
• Experience with energy, utilities and environmental initiatives.

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Career pathways across the Trust.
• Teacher / Local Authority Pension Scheme.
• Online retail discount.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Family Friendly policies to support family & carer commitments.
• Flexible Working Arrangements.

Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and Social Media check.