Capital Projects Manager

Salford City College; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Scotland is seeking a passionate Capital Projects Manager to lead the delivery of its capital programme. In this pivotal role, you will oversee construction and estates-related projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Strong project management expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate stakeholder relationships are essential. Join us to shape the College's built environment and ensure a sustainable setting for learners and staff.

Benefits

40 days annual leave including bank holidays

2.30pm finish on Fridays

Free on-site parking

Health and wellbeing resources

Automatic enrolment to Local Government Pension Scheme

Family friendly policies

Training and career opportunities

Staff Benefits Package with discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing construction and estates-related projects.
• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all capital projects and ensure they are completed on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants.
• Contribute to the coordination of the wider capital programme.

Skills

Project management expertise

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder relationship management

Job description

About the role

Join Salford City College Group at an exciting time of development and transformation. We're investing in our estate and our Estates and Capital Team, and are seeking a passionate and motivated Capital Projects Manager to lead the delivery of the College's capital programme.

As a Capital Projects Manager you will oversee all construction and estates‑related projects. This pivotal role will manage a diverse portfolio, from large‑scale capital developments to smaller improvement projects, by ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, senior management, and external consultants to deliver high‑quality outcomes that support the College's strategic ambitions. The role requires strong project management expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships while driving progress and innovation.

Working with the Head of Estates and Capital, you will also contribute to the coordination of the wider capital programme, the preparation of the rolling five‑year plan, and the ongoing development of the College's estates and capital strategy. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive professional to play a key role in shaping the future of the College's built environment and infrastructure, ensuring it continues to provide an inspiring, safe, and sustainable setting for students and staff alike.

Reasons to Join Us

• We have Generous Terms and Conditions (Sixth Form College's Association style terms and conditions) including 40 days annual leave entitlement (including bank holidays).
• We have a 2.30pm finish on Fridays, Free on‑site parking and various health and wellbeing resources and benefit schemes including 3 Staff Wellbeing days per year.
• We offer automatic enrolment to the Local Government Pension Scheme with 20.70% employer pension contribution.
• Our College is an incredible community, there is a lot that staff and their families can get involved with.
• We have family friendly policies and we are happy to talk about flexible working.
• We invest in our people and offer a range of training & career opportunities for all staff.
• We have an amazing Staff Benefits Package with discounts and savings for supermarkets, petrol, high‑street retailers, holidays, cinemas and other leisure.
• Our shared purpose: We believe in the value of education for a successful future and we want the best for our learners and our staff.
• Our core values are at the heart of everything we do. Staff and students behave with respect, integrity and kindness.
• 94% of staff are proud to work at the College

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please click the 'Apply' button which will take you to the College Recruitment page. If this is your first application, you will need to complete the Registration form. If returning please login to access your profile.

Once you have created an account / profile or logged in you will see a list of jobs with another 'Apply' button. Click the 'Apply' button to open a form allowing you to add a personal statement for the select Job role. Click Submit and your application will be complete.

Commitment to Safeguarding

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and employees will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list.

Equality and Diversity

The College strives to be a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applications from people from all backgrounds.