Estates Deputy Director: Strategic Maintenance & Projects

MRG Global; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Bedfordshire invites a Deputy Director of Estates - Maintenance & Capital Works to lead our estates strategy, ensure statutory compliance, and deliver major projects across campuses. This senior role requires a proven track record in lifecycle maintenance, refurbishment, and effective governance in a live environment.

The successful candidate will shape our maintenance delivery, manage budgets, engage with senior stakeholders, and drive a customer-centric approach while fostering

Qualifications

• Experience delivering maintenance and capital works in complex live environments.
• Proven ability to lead strategic estates programmes within budget.
• Strong governance and assurance capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, capital projects and compliance across estates.
• Provide strategic leadership and stakeholder engagement at executive level.
• Ensure data-driven delivery and risk management.
• Lead teams and external consultants to deliver end-to-end projects.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Team leadership

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management or related field

Tools

Facilities management software

Job description

University of Bedfordshire invites a Deputy Director of Estates - Maintenance & Capital Works to lead our estates strategy, ensure statutory compliance, and deliver major projects across campuses. This senior role requires a proven track record in lifecycle maintenance, refurbishment, and effective governance in a live environment.

The successful candidate will shape our maintenance delivery, manage budgets, engage with senior stakeholders, and drive a customer-centric approach while fostering