Associate Director of Estate Development

London Metropolitan University; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Associate Director of Estate Development to lead the strategic transformation of its estate. This role involves overseeing capital projects, enhancing space management, and ensuring effective property utilization. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial acumen and a passion for creating inspiring environments for students and staff. Join a purposeful team committed to equity and inclusion, and make a significant impact on the university's estate strategy. If you are ready to take on this challenge and drive meaningful change, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading capital development programmes and managing projects.
• Strong commercial acumen and awareness of property and space management.
• Proven ability to report, manage risks and oversee supply chains (≤140 chars).

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development and effective utilization of the University’s estate.
• Oversee capital programme/project delivery and master planning.
• Provide reporting, risk management and supply chain oversight for projects.

Skills

Leadership in capital development programmes

Commercial acumen

Property and space management

Risk management

Supply chain management

Job description

Associate Director of Estate Development

Competitive salary plus excellent benefits

London Metropolitan University is seeking to recruit to the post of Associate Director of Estate Development to play a leading role in the delivery of its Estates Strategy.

Reporting to the Director of Estates, the Associate Director of Estate Development takes leadership responsibility for the strategic development and effective utilisation of the University’s estate including capital programme/project delivery, master planning, space strategy/management and property management.

We are seeking an individual with demonstrable experience of leading the delivery of capital development programmes spanning major capital projects through to smaller scale refurbishment and fit-out projects. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong commercial acumen, high levels of property and space management awareness with experience of reporting, risk management and supply chain management. They will be genuinely motivated by delivering an inspiring estates environment for this special University.

If you are inspired to join a dynamic and purposeful team and play a leading role in a period that will transform the estate and environment for our students, staff and visitors, contact our retained search advisors Nick Coppard ([e-mail] / 07896 079 495) and Charley McCarthy ([e-mail] / 07355 093 390) at MRG to arrange a briefing discussion.

Closing date for applications is Sunday 13th April 2025.

Championing equity and inclusion lies at the heart of everything we do here at London Metropolitan University. We recognise that our diverse community is our greatest strength, and as such we strongly encourage applications from anyone who feels they are currently underrepresented within UK higher education.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management
• Strategy/Planning
• Management

Industries

• Real Estate
• Construction
• Business Consulting and Services