Seeking an experienced Estates Manager to lead a team to oversee all aspects of building maintenance and repair, including grounds, lifts, and pest control.
Job details
£55,000 per annum
Hours of work
40 hours a week (Monday to Friday)
Contract
Permanent
Job Purpose
Goodenough College is seeking an Estates Manager to oversee the upkeep and efficient operation of the College’s estates.
The College is an educational charity, providing accommodation to international postgraduate students (we call them Members) and their families in a friendly and collegiate setting on two sites across a picturesque London Square. The College offers a variety of accommodation options from shared single rooms, ensuite rooms and family flats, alongside grand halls, libraries, and common rooms.
This role involves the management and repair of the building fabric, which also encompasses grounds maintenance, lifts, and pest control. Maintaining regulatory compliance, preserving and enhancing the estate is the focus of the role. You will manage both planned and reactive maintenance, lead a team of fabric technicians, painters and maintenance support staff, as well as managing specialist subcontractors. You will implement cost-effective maintenance strategies whilst improving resilience and extending asset life cycle.
Minimum Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess a higher-level qualification in a building-related discipline, such as building surveying, building studies, or construction management. A strong understanding of fire regulations and health and safety, particularly relating to the maintenance and use of public/residential buildings, is essential. Experience in conducting building condition surveys and audits, to inform estates maintenance strategies, developing repair/remedial specifications, and managing asset replacement is required. Demonstrable management experience, with a proven ability to deliver service improvement, meet contractual targets/KPIs, and develop high-performing teams is necessary. Candidates should also have experience in asset management, managing specialist contractors, and an in-house maintenance team. Excellent technical and problem-solving skills, including proficiency with relevant IT software packages, such as building management systems and CAFM, are essential.
The College is offering a salary of £55,000 per annum. If you think you might be the right person for the role, please read the full job description and person specification section before applying.
Please send your CV, with a concise covering letter (max two sides) demonstrating your suitability for the role and motivation for applying. You should emphasize your relevant skills and experience. CVs sent without a covering letter will not be considered. Applications must be emailed to Zakiyah Kihl, HR Manager at jobs@goodenough.ac.uk.
Closing date: 7th March 2025 and note we may close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applicants.
Applicants must provide evidence of the right to live and work in the UK.
Goodenough College is committed to and proud of its equality of opportunity and diversity in employment. We welcome all applicants. If invited to interview, please let us know of any specific access requirements you may have.
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