CTEC Project Manager

Suffolk One Sixth Form College; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK seeks an experienced Project Manager (CTEC) to lead construction projects, focusing on educational excellence. You will oversee project planning and implementation, managing risks and budgets while ensuring high governance standards. The ideal candidate has a strong background in construction and project management, eager to influence the future of construction education. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, including a pension scheme and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Membership into Local Government Pension Scheme

Family friendly policies and flexible working

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Free parking

Canteen

Company events

Access to various memberships and discount schemes

Learning and development opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in construction project delivery and familiarity with CTEC.
• Proactive project manager looking to make a significant impact.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and oversee construction projects.
• Manage risks, budgets, and schedules.
• Provide updates and support decision-making to the Programme Manager.

Skills

Project management

Strong communication skills

Leadership abilities

Organizational skills

Education

Experience in construction project delivery

Familiarity with CTEC or similar educational frameworks

Job description

Job description

• West Suffolk College, Bury St Edmunds
• 1 FTE - 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year - Permanent
• Salary: £38,805 - £41,311 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience)

Overview

Eastern Education Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager (CTEC) to lead the delivery of Construction Technical Excellence Colleges (CTEC) projects. This role offers the opportunity to manage both commercial and residential construction projects while applying best‑practice project management principles. Experience in construction project delivery, and ideally familiarity with CTEC or similar educational frameworks, will be highly valuable.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing projects, ensuring risks, budgets, and schedules are carefully managed. Reporting to the Programme Manager, you will provide clear updates, support decision-making, and help maintain high standards of project governance. Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

Experience in construction project delivery, and ideally familiarity with CTEC or similar educational frameworks. Proactive, experienced project manager looking to make a real impact in construction education.

Benefits

• Membership into Local Government Pension Scheme
• Family friendly policies and flexible working
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Free parking
• Canteen
• Company events
• Access to various memberships and discount schemes
• Learning and development opportunities, including staff development days
• Funded subject course development for your role
• Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
• Career progression opportunities

About the Group

Eastern Education Group is a dynamic and forward‑thinking education provider committed to delivering high‑quality learning experiences across multiple institutions. Our group encompasses a diverse range of educational settings, including schools, further education colleges, and specialist learning provisions, ensuring that learners of all ages and backgrounds receive the support and opportunities they need to succeed.

At the heart of our mission is a dedication to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in education. We strive to create an environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and professionally. Through strong partnerships with local communities, businesses, and industry leaders, we ensure our curriculum remains relevant, equipping students with the skills and knowledge required for future careers.

Our group also prioritises supporting students with additional learning needs, offering specialist provisions for those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs), and vocational training to empower every learner. We take a holistic approach to education, combining academic excellence with pastoral care, safeguarding, and wellbeing initiatives to foster a safe and supportive learning environment.

As a collective, Eastern Education Group is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and maintaining high standards across all our institutions. We work closely with regulatory bodies, including Ofsted, to ensure compliance and the highest quality of teaching, learning, and student support. Our leadership team, educators, and support staff are dedicated to shaping the future of education, driving positive change, and enabling learners to realise their full potential.

As a Group, our Character Strengths and Mission Statement underpin our expectations of all our students and employees. Please familiarise yourself with these and incorporate them into your personal statement; this will be of benefit if you are invited to attend for an interview.

Application Process

This is an opportunity to join a hugely supportive organisation where we value, support and facilitate your professional development, as well as offering many other benefits including an attractive pension scheme, staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance.

The Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

For further information please contact our recruitment team at: [e-mail]

Completed application forms should be made via our recruitment portal. If you have not heard from a member of the HR Team within 14 working days of the closing date, please presume your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Closing Date : 8:00am on Thursday 8th January

Interviews: To be held shortly thereafter

We reserve the right to appoint prior to listed closing date, early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation or age in accordance with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.

The Group is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all the required pre‑employment checks on the successful candidate including an enhanced DBS Disclosure.

All data will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. For more information about how we access and use your information please visit our website.