Education Capital Projects Lead

Reading Borough Council; United States; Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Reading Borough Council is seeking an experienced Project Manager, Building Surveyor, Architect, Engineer or Construction Professional to lead education capital projects worth £5 million and beyond. The role involves multiple school refurbishment and development schemes, with hybrid working arrangements to balance site visits and home-based tasks.

You will manage projects from feasibility to completion, lead diverse teams, engage with schools and governors, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery

Qualifications

• Confident and organised professional with strong construction project management expertise.
• Experience delivering capital projects and programmes across education/public sector is preferred.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage budgets, deadlines and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Managing education capital build projects on site from feasibility through to completion
• Leading multidisciplinary project teams including architects, engineers and contractors
• Working collaboratively with Headteachers, Academy Trusts, Governors and senior stakeholders
• Managing procurement, planning applications and consultant appointments
• Carrying out feasibility studies and supporting strategic education estate planning
• Providing technical building advice and asset management support to schools
• Preparing reports and briefings for senior managers and council committees
• Ensuring compliance with financial, legal and risk management procedures

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant degree qualification

Professional or technical construction/project management qualification

Job description

Reading Borough Council is seeking an experienced Project Manager, Building Surveyor, Architect, Engineer or Construction Professional to lead education capital projects worth £5 million and beyond. The role involves multiple school refurbishment and development schemes, with hybrid working arrangements to balance site visits and home-based tasks.

You will manage projects from feasibility to completion, lead diverse teams, engage with schools and governors, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery