Project Officer Campus Development

Hartpury University and Hartpury College; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in the UK is seeking a Project Officer to join the Campus Development team in Gloucester. This role involves managing smaller capital projects and supporting larger ones, preparing documentation in compliance with financial regulations, and ensuring project sustainability. The successful candidate will have experience in construction or fit-out projects, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently. The position offers excellent benefits including generous leave and professional development support.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Programme

Generous pension scheme (LGPS)

Employee Discounts Scheme

Onsite fitness facilities

Support for continuous professional development

Flexible working opportunities

Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

Responsibilities

• Manage smaller capital projects and support larger ones through all RIBA stages.
• Prepare client briefs, tender documentation and contracts in line with financial regulations.
• Oversee contractors and external advisors ensuring compliance and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate estate records including age, condition, and performance.
• Produce timely reports on project progress and respond to stakeholder enquiries.
• Support delivery of sustainability and carbon management priorities.
• Assess contractor risk documentation and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Act as client-side liaison with professional teams and contractors.

Skills

Experience in construction, fit‑out, or MEP projects

Strong organisational and time management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Ability to work independently and make informed decisions

Knowledge of CDM Regulations

IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Join Hartpury's ambitious Campus Development team and play a key role in delivering our exciting 5-year Strategic Maintenance Plan and capital projects. This is your opportunity to help create world-class facilities that support our students, staff, and community. As Project Officer, you will support the Assistant Director of Campus Development in managing strategic planning, asset utilisation and estate data accuracy. You'll contribute to new build and refurbishment projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and aligned with sustainability goals.

Responsibilities

• Manage smaller capital projects and support larger ones through all RIBA stages, from concept to completion
• Prepare client briefs, tender documentation and contracts in line with Hartpury's financial regulations
• Oversee contractors and external advisors, ensuring compliance, value for money and quality standards
• Maintain accurate estate records, including age, condition, occupancy and environmental performance
• Produce timely reports on project progress and respond to stakeholder enquiries
• Support delivery of sustainability and carbon management priorities across projects
• Assess contractor risk documentation and ensure health and safety compliance
• Act as the client-side liaison with professional teams and contractors

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, fit‑out, or MEP projects
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations
• IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office
• Full UK driving licence

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 2023) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service.
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave