Project Manager; Estates Hybrid

Overview

About

The Role
Join Us as a Project Manager (Estates).

Location:

London or Birmingham. Working Style:
Hybrid (with some travel). Organisation: QA Higher Education. Closing Date:
Thursday 19th February 2026.

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a background in estates, construction, or facilities projects? Do you thrive on delivering complex, high‑value projects that make a real difference? At QA Higher Education, we’re passionate about creating outstanding learning environments for our students and staff. We’re now looking for a Project Manager (Estates) to join our Project Management / Operations team and lead the successful delivery of estates and facilities projects across our UK portfolio.

• Lead estates and facilities projects end‑to‑end, from initiation through to completion and evaluation
• Act as the central point of contact, coordinating internal teams, external contractors, and senior stakeholders
• Develop project briefs, plans, budgets, and timelines, using structured project management methodologies
• Manage risks, issues, dependencies, and change control to keep projects on track
• Oversee procurement and tender processes, ensuring value for money and compliance
• Provide clear, evidence‑based updates and recommendations to senior leaders
• Ensure all projects meet quality, safety, and compliance standards
• Maintain accurate project documentation and complete robust project close‑out activities

• Proven experience delivering construction, civil engineering, or estates projects, typically with budgets over £1m
• Strong technical understanding of construction processes, legislation, and industry standards
• Confident use of RAID management and structured project controls
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior level
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach and strong attention to detail

• Experience with health & safety, procurement, contracts, and financial management
• Familiarity with RIBA Plan of Work and project management software
• Professional qualification or chartership (e.g. RICS, CIOB, MICE, RIBA)

• Play a key role in shaping modern, high‑quality learning environments
• Work on high‑impact, complex projects with real organisational visibility
• Be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking organisation
• Enjoy a hybrid working model with flexibility and purposeful travel
• Access opportunities for professional development and career growth

QA Higher Education partners with leading UK universities to deliver foundation, undergraduate, and postgraduate programmes across a wide range of subject areas. With a diverse, international student community, we’re committed to widening access to higher education and creating safe, inclusive, and inspiring environments for learning.

QA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

Please note:

This role is subject to a standard DBS check.

Apply now and help us deliver exceptional spaces that support learning, innovation, and growth.

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