Head of Projects and Asset Management

Hartpury-University-and-College; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Wellbeing support

LGPS pension

Employee discounts

On-site fitness facilities

CPD support

Maternity/Paternity leave

EV Salary Sacrifice scheme

Free campus events

Shuttle bus to Gloucester

Job summary

Hartpury University and Hartpury College is seeking an experienced estates leader to drive asset management and the capital programme across its diverse campus estate in Gloucestershire. You will oversee refurbishment, maintenance and project delivery, align plans with sustainability goals and lead a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, effective stakeholder engagement, financial acumen and a commitment to an inclusive, high-performing workplace and exceptional student and

Qualifications

• a strong track record of delivering change and enhancing estate performance through asset management and project delivery.
• Innovation and the ability to balance strategic planning with operational delivery and competing priorities, using data analysis.
• Good stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build effective and collaborative relationships.
• Commercial and financial acumen and a commitment to delivering excellent service for students, staff and visitors.
• Interest in developing sustainable, efficient and future-ready estate environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of refurbishment, maintenance, and capital projects, ensuring quality, cost controls and timelines.
• Develop asset management and estate improvement plans that support long-term sustainability and campus performance.
• Drive initiatives that enhance student and staff experience through estate development and space utilisation.
• Provide specialist advice on estate projects, asset management, compliance, and health and safety matters.
• Collaborate with colleagues, contractors, consultants and stakeholders to deliver sustainable estate solutions.
• Lead, develop and support a team, creating a positive, inclusive, high-performing environment.

Tools

asset management

project delivery

data analysis

stakeholder management

collaboration

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the asset management and capital programme for Hartpury’s diverse portfolio of educational and specialist estate. Key responsibilities in the role include:

• Oversee the delivery of a portfolio of refurbishment, maintenance, and capital projects, ensuring successful outcomes in terms of quality, budget, and timescales
• Develop and implement asset management and estate improvement plans that support the long-term sustainability, resilience, and performance of the campus
• Drive initiatives that enhance the student and staff experience through well-planned estate development and space utilisation
• Provide specialist advice on estate projects, asset management, compliance, and property related health and safety matters
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to deliver innovative and sustainable estate solutions
• Lead, develop, and support a team, creating a positive, inclusive, and high performing working environment

About You

You will be an experienced estates professional, able to demonstrate:

• a strong track record of delivering change and enhancing estate performance through both asset management and project delivery.
• Innovation and the ability to balance strategic planning with operational delivery and competing priorities, using data analysis.
• Good stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build d effective ancollaborative relationships
• Commercial and financial acumen and a commitment to delivering excellent service and creating positive outcomes for students, staff, and visitors
• An interest in developing sustainable, efficient, and future ready estate environments

We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• On-site fitness facilities
• Support for continuous professional development
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme, launching in 2026
• Free entry to seasonal events on campus
• Shuttle bus to Gloucester available, pay per use

About Us

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing . Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. Our passionate, innovative business culture and strong support networks make Hartpury an exceptional place to develop professionally and progress your career.

At Hartpury, we’re committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace – a place where we can all be ourselves and everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively welcome applications from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities and disabled candidates. We offer an interview to any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria for the role. We’ll also ensure fair treatment and provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process for anyone who needs them. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity,

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 20 th September 2026.

Interviews will be held on 29 th September 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. To avoid missing the opportunity to apply, we encourage candidates to submit their applications at their earliest convenience.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.