Head of Building Fabric & External Services

The University of Sheffield; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sheffield is seeking a Head of Buildings (Fabric) & External Services to lead the maintenance and strategic management of diverse estates. In this senior leadership role, you will oversee building fabric maintenance, lifecycle planning, and drive sustainability initiatives to support the University's net-zero ambitions. The ideal candidate has experience in building fabric maintenance, strong leadership skills, and excellent stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Qualifications

• Substantial expertise in building fabric maintenance.
• Clear commitment to continued professional development.
• Ability to lead high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic management of building fabric maintenance.
• Drive continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives.
• Act as senior technical authority for building fabric matters.

Skills

Leadership

Building fabric maintenance

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Sustainability practices

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

The University of Sheffield is seeking a Head of Buildings (Fabric) & External Services to lead the maintenance and strategic management of diverse estates. In this senior leadership role, you will oversee building fabric maintenance, lifecycle planning, and drive sustainability initiatives to support the University's net-zero ambitions. The ideal candidate has experience in building fabric maintenance, strong leadership skills, and excellent stakeholder engagement capabilities.