Estates Capital Projects Lead

-; Guildford; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing educational trust in Guildford is looking for an Estates Capital Projects Lead. This role involves planning and delivering major capital projects across multiple schools, integrating sustainability and strategic asset management. The ideal candidate should have a degree related to construction or equivalent experience and strong skills in stakeholder management and compliance. This position offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive employee benefits including pension contributions and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Family friendly employer

Employee assistance programme

Pension scheme

Employee benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or relevant managerial experience.
• Understanding of SCA funding and procurement regulations.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of major capital projects across schools.
• Shape and deliver the Trust-wide Estates Development Strategy.

Skills

Construction Management

Budget Management

Stakeholder Management

Health & Safety Compliance

Strategic Thinking

Education

Degree in Construction Management or related

Job description

Estates Capital Projects Lead

LPT Grade 11 - £57,314 - £63,128 per annum

36 hours per week, all year round

Join a Growing Trust Driving Excellence in Education

Learning Partners Academy Trust is a thriving and expanding Multi Academy Trust (MAT), built on collaboration and strong partnerships. Our family of schools, based in and around Guildford, work closely together to share expertise, support one another, and achieve the very best outcomes for every child.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Estates Capital Projects Lead to take a central role in shaping and delivering our Trust-wide Estates Development Strategy. As a key member of our Central Team, you will lead the planning and delivery of major capital projects across our 16 schools. Your work will combine educational vision with sustainability, compliance, and strategic asset management—ensuring that every school has the facilities it needs to support excellence for all learners.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled estates professional with a passion for strategic planning, capital project delivery, and making a lasting impact in education.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have a degree (or equivalent) in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Surveying, or substantial relevant managerial experience leading capital and estates projects, ideally in education or the public sector
• Understand SCA funding, budget management, and procurement regulations
• Be confident managing multiple stakeholders and external contractors
• Have strong knowledge of health & safety statutory compliance, including public sector procurement frameworks and building regulations
• Be financially astute with strong commercial judgement in complex settings
• Think strategically, work independently, and communicate clearly at all levels

Employee Benefits

• Family friendly employer – working within a team which understands that operational needs can be balanced with family responsibilities
• Employee assistance programme – free and confidential third‑party telephone counselling service available 24 hours a day
• Pension scheme – Local Government Defined Benefits Pension Scheme where the employer’s contribution is over 18% of base salary
• Employee benefits scheme – high street discounts, discounted membership at local gyms, and cycle‑to‑work scheme

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this exciting role, please use the links provided to access the full job description and person specification and apply online.

Please note, your application will take you to our ATS system (Face‑Ed). You will be required to enter your details again to fully complete your application process.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this role further, please contact Anne Benson, Head of Operations, on: [e-mail]

Closing date: Friday 2nd January 2026 - 12pm

Interview date: TBC

Important Information

The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we close a vacancy due to a high volume of applications being received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

When completing the application form please ensure that you clearly evidence your relevant skills and experience in relation to the requirements detailed in the job description.

Please ensure you check your emails regularly as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process.

Safeguarding Statement:

Learning Partners Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement.

We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of Learning Partners Academy Trust. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and particularly welcome suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to join our trust.