Estates Manager / Projects and Compliance

Projects and Compliance Estates ManagerAn 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.If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Facilities Projects Manager, Premises Manager, Building Compliance Manager, Estates Project Manager, Hard FM Manager, Facilities Manager, Estates Compliance Manager, Building Services ManagerThis role is officially known within the organisation as an Estates Project & Compliance ManagerSALARY: £45,580 to £52,992 per annum + BenefitsLOCATION: Supporting multiple sites across Coventry, Warwickshire and LeicestershireJOB TYPE: Full-Time, PermanentWORKING HOURS: Monday to Thursday: 8.00am 4.00pm, Friday: 8.00am 3.30pm, 37 Hours per WeekJOB OVERVIEWWe have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Projects and Compliance Estates Manager to provide strategic and technical management of premises projects, site compliance and estate improvement works.As a Projects and Compliance Estates Manager you will support safe, sustainable and high-quality learning environments, leading on compliance, health and safety, environmental initiatives, energy management, audits and contractor coordination.The Projects and Compliance Estates Manager will work closely with premises teams, operations managers, consultants and senior leaders to ensure buildings, systems and projects are managed effectively, safely and in line with regulatory requirements.DUTIESYour duties as the Projects and Compliance Estates Manager include:Project Support: Support larger estate project works and assist with the implementation of new organisational strategiesSite Compliance: Take responsibility for site and building compliance across the estate, including monitoring, reporting and record keepingAsbestos and Legionella Management: Maintain local asbestos management plans, coordinate surveys and support premises teams with legionella risk assessments and worksBudget Support: Assist with annual estates budgets and local project budgets, including order requests, appraisal, approval and delivery sign-offEnergy and Utilities: Support utility management, renewable energy contracts, meter readings and liaison with relevant external bodiesHealth and Safety Advice: Provide estates technical advice, audits, surveys, risk assessment support and documentation guidanceContractor Management: Coordinate estate contracts, contractor health and safety arrangements and safe working practicesDesign and Specification: Prepare designs, plans and minor project specifications in line with planning, building regulations and CDM regulationsAsset Management: Maintain estate and compliance management systems, schedule inspections and provide monthly compliance reportsStakeholder Support: Prepare reports, attend meetings and advise leaders on premises legislation, building condition and estate improvementsCANDIDATE REQUIREMENTSESSENTIALMinimum HNC / HND qualification in an estates or buildings-related subjectFull driving licence and own transport, with willingness and ability to travel across sitesEvidence of continuing professional development in estates leadership, sustainability or capital project managementHighly organised, able to prioritise, work under pressure, meet deadlines and maintain attention to detailExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage a range of audiencesStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships internally and externallyAble to assist premises teams with technical and operational supportAble to use Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and bespoke estates management software packagesAble to interpret and present written and numerical data in spreadsheets and reportsAble to follow safeguarding procedures and recognise when to report concernsDESIRABLEDegree-level qualification or equivalent experience in an engineering or estates-based vocationIOSH or NEBOSH qualificationCity and Guilds, NVQ or other recognised qualification in craft skills at Level 3 or equivalentPrevious practical experience within surveying or building servicesBasic knowledge of AutoCAD drawing softwareUnderstanding of mechanical and electrical services, building regulations and complianceKnowledge of procurement procedures and contract administrationExperience with energy, utilities and environmental initiativesBENEFITSCompetitive rates of payProfessional development opportunitiesCareer pathways across the TrustTeacher / Local Authority Pension SchemeOnline retail discountEmployee Assistance ProgrammeFamily Friendly policies to support family & carer commitmentsFlexible Working ArrangementsThe successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and Social Media checkAPPLY TODAYBy submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.JOB REF: AWDO-P14826Full-Time, Permanent Construction and Trades Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. 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