Head of Shared Estate

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Job description

Head of Shared Estate

£65,262

Full Time

Permanent

Polaris House, Swindon (Office based with occasional hybrid working available)

Closing date 26th 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

• 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.

About you

• 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.

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Benefits

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

How to Apply

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.

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