Estates and Capital Projects Manager
Grade: 8
Salary: £42,839 - £47,181
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Weeks Worked: 52 weeks per year
Start Date: 1 November 2026
Closing Date: 25 August 2026
Interview Date: TBC
About the Role
Are you an experienced estates professional with a passion for delivering high-quality building projects and maintaining safe, effective learning environments? Do you thrive on managing multiple projects, solving complex challenges and making a tangible difference across a diverse estate? If so, we would love to hear from you.
We are seeking an exceptional Estates and Capital Projects Manager to join the University of Chichester Academy Trust, supporting our family of academies across Hampshire, Portsmouth and West Sussex.
Reporting to the Premises and Health & Safety Manager, you will support the strategic management of the Trust estate and lead maintenance and capital projects across multiple sites.
The University of Chichester Academy Trust
The Trust currently encompasses 17 academies, 2 Inclusion Centres and a School-Centred Initial Teacher Training base across Hampshire, Portsmouth and West Sussex.
About You
Experience in building surveying, estates management or property maintenance. Experience managing repair, maintenance, refurbishment or capital projects. Strong understanding of building regulations, statutory compliance and health and safety requirements. Excellent project management and organisational skills. Full UK driving licence required.
What We Offer
Supportive and collaborative working environment, professional development opportunities and the chance to make a significant impact across the Trust.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to equality of opportunity and fostering an inclusive culture.
Safeguarding Commitment
All successful candidates will be subject to DBS and relevant employment checks.
Application Process
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please email [email protected]
Pay: £42,839.35-£47,180.98 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
