We are now seeking an experienced and proactive Project Manager to join the team.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Projects & Programme Delivery, you will manage a diverse portfolio of maintenance, refurbishment, infrastructure and capital projects across the University estate.
Operating within the University’s Estates & Infrastructure governance framework, you will support the delivery of integrated annual and multi-year investment programmes aligned to operational priorities, asset management objectives and the University’s wider strategic ambitions.
The role will involve managing projects through the full lifecycle, including:
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feasibility and option appraisal
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procurement and contractor management
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project delivery and commissioning
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stakeholder engagement and reporting
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handover and post-project review
You will work closely with Estates Operations, Procurement, Finance, academic departments and external consultants and contractors to ensure projects are delivered safely, effectively and with minimal disruption within a live Higher Education environment.
As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to redeployment, please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process if a suitable redeployee is identified.
For informal enquiries about this vacancy, please contact Dave Stanbury Interim Head of Projects & Programme Delivery. ([email protected] )
About You
You will be an experienced project professional with a strong track record of delivering construction, infrastructure, refurbishment or lifecycle projects within complex operational environments.
You will also demonstrate:
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strong stakeholder management and communication skills
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experience managing external consultants and contractors
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good knowledge of project governance, risk management and financial control
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understanding of statutory compliance, CDM and construction health & safety requirements
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the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing operational demands
Experience within Higher Education or similarly complex estates environments would be advantageous.
At Edge Hill University, Facilities Management plays a critical role in supporting the student experience and the long-term sustainability of our award-winning campus.
We are entering a significant period of estates investment focused on:
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backlog maintenance reduction
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lifecycle replacement
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infrastructure resilience
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refurbishment and space optimisation
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future campus development
As part of this, we are continuing to develop a modern Projects & Programme Delivery function to strengthen programme governance, delivery assurance and long-term investment planning across the University estate.
Why Join Edge Hill University?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking Facilities Management team at a significant point in the University’s estate development journey.
You will have the opportunity to:
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contribute to meaningful investment across an award-winning campus
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work on a broad and varied portfolio of projects
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help shape a growing Projects & Programme Delivery function
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work closely with senior stakeholders across the University
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develop professionally within an ambitious and supportive environment
At Edge Hill University, we value the benefits a diverse workforce brings and welcome applications from all sections of society.
