Estates Projects & Compliance Manager

Estates Projects & Compliance Manager

This is an exciting opportunity for an Estates Projects & Compliance Manager to lead estates compliance, health and safety, and facilities projects, ensuring safe, sustainable, and high-quality learning environments across a multi-site organisation.

If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you:

Facilities Projects Manager, Estates Compliance Manager, Property Manager, Building Services Manager, Senior Estates Officer, Regional Estates Manager, Building Services Compliance Manager, Estates & Facilities Manager

SALARY: £45,580 to £52,992 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Supporting multiple sites across the Trust covering Coventry, Warwickshire and Leicestershire

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: Monday to Thursday 8.00am - 4.00pm, Friday 8.00am - 3.30pm

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Estates Projects & Compliance Manager to play a pivotal role in delivering safe, compliant, and future-ready estates and facilities across a diverse education portfolio.

As an Estates Projects & Compliance Manager you will provide strategic and technical leadership across estates projects, facilities management, building compliance, health and safety, and environmental initiatives, ensuring buildings remain legally compliant and operationally effective.

Working closely with senior leaders, premises teams, and external contractors, the Estates Projects & Compliance Manager will oversee capital works, compliance systems, audits, and contractor management, supporting long-term sustainability and organisational priorities.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Estates Projects & Compliance Manager include:

• Estates and Facilities Management: Leading the effective management of buildings, grounds, and facilities across multiple sites
• Compliance Oversight: Managing statutory building compliance, including asbestos, legionella, and health and safety
• Health and Safety Leadership: Providing audits, risk assessments, technical guidance, and compliance documentation
• Project Delivery: Supporting and delivering capital works and minor projects from design through to completion
• Contractor Management: Coordinating contractors, consultants, and service providers to ensure safe working practices
• Budget Management: Assisting with estates, facilities, and project budgets in line with procurement policies
• Energy and Utilities Management: Supporting sustainability initiatives, energy efficiency, and utilities monitoring
• Asset Management: Maintaining estates and facilities asset records and lifecycle planning
• Reporting and Governance: Preparing reports and compliance updates for senior leadership
• Site Support: Providing on-site leadership during major works to minimise operational disruption

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• A minimum of HNC or HND in an estates, facilities, buildings, or engineering-related subject
• A full UK driving licence with access to own transport
• Previous experience managing estates or facilities compliance and health and safety
• Proven experience working with contractors, consultants, and CDM regulations
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and building documentation
• Strong ICT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and facilities management systems

DESIRABLE

• A relevant degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience
• IOSH or NEBOSH health and safety qualification
• Experience with asbestos and legionella management
• Knowledge of energy management and sustainability initiatives
• Experience using AutoCAD or similar design software

BENEFITS

• Competitive rates of pay
• Professional development opportunities
• Career pathways across the organisation
• Teacher / Local Authority Pension Scheme
• Online retail discount
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Family-friendly policies
• Flexible working arrangements

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and Social Media check

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JOB REF: AWDO-P14357

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