Executive Director of Estates and Campus Services

JR United Kingdom; Dartford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-campus university in the UK seeks an Executive Director of Estates and Campus Services in Dartford. This leadership role will focus on developing estate strategies that improve end-user experiences while managing a diverse asset portfolio. Ideal candidates should have strong leadership, strategic development skills, and a passion for operational excellence. The position offers a unique opportunity to impact the university's future growth sustainably.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in developing estate strategies.
• Experience in overseeing capital investment and facilities management.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the estate strategy aligned with university objectives.
• Oversee teams responsible for capital investment and campus services.
• Enhance efficiency and customer experience across the estate portfolio.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Strategic Development

Operational Excellence

Sustainability

Job description

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Executive Director of Estates and Campus Services, Dartford

Client:

University of Central Lancashire

Location:

Dartford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

The University of Lancashire is seeking to recruit to the key leadership role of Executive Director of Estates and Campus Services. The role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of the University of Lancashire estate, driving ambitious campus development, regeneration, operational excellence, and sustainability.

The University of Lancashire, founded in 1828, is a leading multi-campus university in the UK with over 39,000 students. It was named Edufuturists ‘University of the Year’ in 2023 for its innovative approach to learning and societal impact.

Currently, we are progressing through our Strategic Plan 2021-2028, aiming to be recognized as a leading UK university with significant national and international influence, delivering practice-based education across multiple campuses including Preston, Burnley, Blackburn, West Cumbria, and Cyprus.

The Executive Director will develop and implement the estate strategy aligned with university objectives, overseeing teams responsible for capital investment, estate optimisation, facilities management, and campus services. The focus is on enhancing efficiency, customer experience, and value for money.

This role offers the challenge of managing a diverse estate portfolio and working with public and private sector partners to advance the placemaking agenda. The director will lead efforts in estate optimisation and service delivery to support sustainable growth.

Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in developing estate strategies that improve end-user experience and land/property optimisation. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, along with a passion for delivering impact, are essential.

For more information, view the candidate brochure here.

To discuss this opportunity confidentially, contact our retained advisor, Ben Duffill of MRG.

The closing date for applications is Sunday, 22nd June 2025.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from individuals supporting diversification and an inclusive culture.