Capital Projects Manager

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Capital Projects Manager to oversee multifaceted construction projects at a prominent college in Salford. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, a relevant degree, and a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget. This role offers competitive salary and opportunities for career development in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in capital development.
• Proven experience delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Strong professional knowledge across multiple disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of the College’s capital programme.
• Oversee both large-scale and smaller-scale construction and estates projects.
• Liaise with internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Construction practice

Financial management

Operational management

Staff management

Education

Degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field

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.