Campus Development Project Manager (Estates)

Beach Baker Property Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

An established university is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee diverse campus development projects. This role offers the chance to work on a variety of buildings, from historic structures to modern designs, while contributing to a community-focused team. The successful candidate will enjoy autonomy in managing their workload, a strong support network, and a balanced work/life environment. With a competitive salary and excellent benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a vibrant educational setting. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the university experience for students and staff alike.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

14.5% employer pension contribution

Professional membership fees paid

Employee assistance programme

Access to on-site gym

Discounted car parking

Qualifications

• Experience in project management within higher education or similar sectors.
• Skilled in reporting, budget, and programme control.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver complex upgrade and refurbishment projects.
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to execute the Estate Strategy.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Control

Programme Control

Reporting Skills

Education

Degree in Project Management or related field

Job description

Beach Baker is delighted to be exclusively partnering with the University of Reading to recruit a Project Manager for the Campus Development Department, within the Estates Directorate.

THE UNIVERSITY
The University of Reading, with over 150 years of history and a student body of approximately 23,000, is a leader in UK higher education.

It is renowned for its expertise in areas such as climate science, business, agriculture, and food science.

The university features four major campuses: London Road and Whiteknights in Reading, Greenlands on the banks of the River Thames in Buckinghamshire, and a campus in Iskandar Puteri, Malaysia.

THE POSITION
The role involves managing and delivering a variety of complex upgrade, repair and refurbishment projects from inception to hand over which include works from our Capital Investment programme and our Estate Strategy which include replacements, building fabric upgrades, landscaping, service upgrades and other development works managed by the Estates Directorate.

This position will deliver Projects that sit within the Major Projects programme (circa over £1 million) and / or the Minor & Intermediate projects programme (up to £1million) and requires close collaboration campus wide, delivering the Estate Strategy within a multi stakeholder environment. The Campus Development team, based at the award-winning Whiteknights Campus, operates within 130 hectares of beautiful parkland and lakes.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
Work on a diverse range of buildings, from Grade II listed to modern structures.
Join an established Campus Development team within Estates, comprising a Campus Development Director, Head of Major Projects, Head of Minor and Intermediate Projects, Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, and support staff, providing a strong network of property professionals.
An excellent time to join the department as it begins delivering the new capital and estates strategy.
Contribute to a team that is community and culture-focused, making a genuine impact on the student population.
Enjoy an autonomous role with responsibility for managing your own workload.
Experience an excellent work/life balance.

THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience of project management within the HE sector (or similar multi- stakeholder organisation), being skilled in reporting, budget, and programme control.

SALARY & EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Basic salary: £45,585 to £56,021.
Generous annual leave plus additional university closure days.
14.5% employer pension contribution.
Professional membership fees paid.
Employee assistance programme.
Access to on-site gym and sports facilities at reduced staff rates.
Discounted car parking.

The application deadline is 4th May, with interviews expected to take place a few weeks afterwards.