Head of Shared Estate
£65,262
Full Time
Permanent
Polaris House, Swindon (Office based with occasional hybrid working available)
Closing date Sunday 17th November 2024
Lead UKRI’s Strategic Estate Vision—Deliver Excellence in Facilities, Sustainability, and Operational Performance
Job Overview
Join UK Research and Innovation as the Head of Estates, leading a skilled team to deliver best-in-class facilities management and strategic development across our entire property portfolio. You'll drive infrastructure, estate, environmental, and commercial growth while ensuring efficient and exceptional facilities support. With a background in running complex estates—ideally with experience in government or similar environments and familiarity with organisations like the Government Property Agency (GPA)—you’ll enhance our estate's effectiveness, fostering an outstanding workplace experience.
Responsibilities
1. Lead the shared estate function across the organisation, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective services that align with the strategic and operational priorities of UKRI.
2. Develop and implement the shared estate strategy in conjunction with the Head of Operations, engaging with senior stakeholders to shape strategic direction and deliver operational excellence.
3. Provide expert advice on all aspects of property management, fa...