Estates Director

University of Warwick; Coventry; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Competitive pension scheme

Staff training

Free eye care vouchers

Dental plan discounts

Discounts at Warwick Arts Centre

Warwick Sport Membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

University of Warwick seeks an exceptional Estates Director to provide strategic leadership for the Estates Operations Directorate, shaping environments across accommodation, facilities management, sustainability and campus infrastructure. You will oversee a large team and guide the long‑term Estates Strategy to support growth, excellence and inclusion on a world‑leading campus.

On campus presence is expected (at least four days per week).

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Estates Operations Directorate (£100m)
• Oversee accommodation, facilities management, maintenance, sustainability, campus infrastructure and digital estates systems
• Lead a directorate of ~900 staff and shape the University's long‑term Estates Strategy

Job description

Born in the 60s with a mind set of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world‑leading, research‑intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We're one of the world's top universities, ranked 68th in the world and 10th in the UK*, with 92% of our research assessed to be 'world leading or internationally excellent'**. *QS World University Rankings 2027 ** Research Excellence Framework 2021 We are seeking an exceptional leader to take on the role of Estates Director to provide strategic leadership for a £100m Estates Operations Directorate that shapes and supports every aspect of university life. From world‑class teaching and research facilities to accommodation, infrastructure and campus services, you will create and maintain environments where people can thrive. Responsible for leading a directorate of approximately 900 staff and an accommodation portfolio generating more than £50m in annual income, you will oversee a diverse range of services including accommodation, facilities management, maintenance, sustainability, campus infrastructure, digital estates systems and strategic space planning. This is a highly visible and influential role with responsibility for shaping and delivering the University's long‑term Estates Strategy. You will provide strategic leadership across a large and complex estate function, ensuring our campus remains welcoming, inclusive and sustainable whilst enabling the University's ambitions for growth, innovation and academic excellence. As a senior leader within the University, you will foster a values‑led culture built on professionalism, continuous improvement, teamwork, respect, customer service and accountability, inspiring high‑performing teams and driving excellence across the Estates Operations Directorate. We are looking for a senior estates and property professional with substantial experience leading large‑scale estates functions and operating successfully at a strategic level. You will bring the vision, leadership and influencing skills to shape the future of our estate and support the University's ambitions for growth, excellence and impact. For the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click here. To find a complete outline of the role and wider context please click here. On campus presence expected - at least x4 days per week

Benefits

• 30 days of paid annual leave, four shut down days at Christmas, and eight bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme
• Staff training
• Free eye care vouchers
• Preferred rates for a dental plan
• Discounts at Warwick Arts Centre and Warwick Sport Membership
• Enrolment onto the Employee Assistance Programme, a complete support network that offers expert advice and guidance 24/7