Capital Projects Manager

Meridian Business Support; Eccles; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in England is seeking a Capital Projects Manager to lead and manage the delivery of their capital programme. This role involves overseeing construction and estates projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Construction or Engineering and a proven track record in project management. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience applying structured project management methodologies.
• Strong track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Professional knowledge in construction practice and operational management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of the College's capital programme.
• Oversee construction and estates projects ensuring compliance with safety and budget.
• Support development and implementation of the College's estates strategy.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Financial management

Education

Degree in Construction or Engineering

Job description

Capital Projects Manager

Manchester
College based role
Salary: £46,472 £50,939 per annum

About the Role

Manchester College is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Capital Projects Manager to oversee the delivery of our capital programme, encompassing all construction and estates-related projects across the College. This is a pivotal role that requires managing projects of varying scales from large, strategic developments to smaller, targeted initiatives ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

You will work closely with both internal teams and external stakeholders, supporting the Head of Estates and Capital in coordinating the wider capital programme, contributing to the rolling 5-year capital plan, and shaping the College's estates and capital strategy. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact on the College's development and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of the College's capital programme, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Oversee both large-scale and smaller-scale construction and estates projects.
• Liaise with internal teams, contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Support the production of the College's rolling 5-year capital programme.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the College's estates and capital strategy.
• Respond proactively to challenges and opportunities in strategic development initiatives.
• Apply professional project management methodologies to all aspects of project delivery.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Construction, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience in capital development.
• Professional knowledge across multiple disciplines, including construction practice, financial management, operational management, information systems, and staff management.
• Proven experience applying structured project management methodologies.
• Strong track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £46,472 £50,939 per annum.
• Opportunity to lead high-profile projects in a dynamic and evolving College environment.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Career development opportunities within a leading educational institution.

How to Apply

If you have the expertise, vision, and leadership skills to make a real difference in our College's capital development programme, we would love to hear from you. Apply online with your CV and cover letter.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.