Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Polaris House, Swindon (Office based with occasional hybrid working available) About the job Job summary Lead UKRIs Strategic Estate VisionDeliver Excellence in Facilities, Sustainability, and Operational Performance 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 estatesideally with experience in government or similar environments and familiarity with organisations like the Government Property Agency (GPA)youll enhance our estate's effectiveness, fostering an outstanding workplace experience. Job description 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. 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. Provide expert advice on all aspects of property management, facilities, office services, and capital development to ensure the estate's safety, functionality, and sustainability. Drive improvements in workplace quality, standards, and services, overseeing facilities management, disaster recovery, business continuity, local physical security and health & safety compliance. Accountable for the management and maintenance of UKRI properties, ensuring they remain safe environments for staff and service users, and support Greening Government commitments concerning sustainability. Person specification Qualification in a programme management methodology, masters or post graduate degree in Building Services or Surveying or equivalent experience, ideally a qualified Quantity Surveyor A property professional who has experience of leading a large portfolio of buildings and associated facilities management services at a senior level Experience of negotiation and the procurement of Estates and Facilities Management service contracts based upon PM best practice principles including risk transfer, use of output specifications and key performance indicators. To view the full job description and person specification please click apply and visit our careers page. Benefits Alongside your salary of £65,262, UK Research and Innovation contributes £18,906 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. We recognise and value our employees as individuals and aim to provide a favourable pay and rewards package We are committed to supporting employees development and promote a culture of continuous learning A list of benefits below. An excellent defined benefit pension scheme 30 days annual leave in addition to 10.5 public and privilege days (full time equivalent) Employee discounts and offers on retail and leisure activities. Employee assistance programme, providing confidential help and advice. Flexible working options Please click here for more details on the Benefits of working for UKRI UKRI Things you need to know Selection process details Applicants are required to provide an up-to-date CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role. Please click apply for further information and to visit our careers page. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. 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Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission. The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). Apply and further information Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : Name : UKRI Recruitment Team Email : recruitmentukri.org Recruitment team Email : recruitmentukri.org Apply at advertiser's site Share this page Print Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn GMail