This Fire and Rescue Service in Nottinghamshire has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and experienced Estates Project Manager to join their busy Estates team.
Estates Project Manager Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 8PP
- 29.6 hours (4 days) per week
- Fixed- term contract of 18 months
- Grade 8: £48,474 - £52,530 (pro rata)
Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK
The successful candidate will hold a key role within the Estates Department, leading the delivery of capital major works projects and also contributing to the delivery and management of minor and lifecycle works as required.
You will be expected to deliver high-quality outcomes and will have the ability to communicate effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders including technical and property management professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Capital Works Programme: Deliver efficient, value-for-money projects aligned with NFRS strategic aims
- Project Management: Oversee all project stages from concept to handover, ensuring professionalism and organisation
- Business Cases & Governance: Prepare business cases, update governance, manage risks, and implement actions
- Budget Management: Deliver projects on time and budget, managing delegated budgets effectively
- Expert Advice: Ensure compliance with legal standards and provide professional advice for quality, reliability, safety, and efficiency
- Procurement: Work with the Procurement Team on scoping, technical specifications, and tender documents
- Stakeholder Coordination: Plan and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders for efficient project delivery
- Work Assurance: Ensure defect-free handover and effective completion of remedial works
- Review & Payments: Authorise payments and invoices, review projects for trends, and capture lessons learned
- Support Minor Works: Contribute to the management and delivery of minor and lifecycle works projects
Experience / Qualifications
Our client seeks a candidate with strong qualifications and experience in building surveying, construction, or capital project management, capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualification and experience in building surveying, construction, and/or capital project management
- Expertise in risk management, H&S & CDM, and compliance with applicable legislation
- Ability to manage consultants and contractors effectively
- Experience in budget management and financial reporting
- Dynamic and adaptable, capable of working in a high-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
Why NFRS?
- Agile Working – They are very proud to offer employees the ability to mix office working with working from home to provide flexibility to help with your work life balance.
- Flexibility – They are family friendly and are open to considering different working patterns which help you provide a better service to the community while supporting your home life. They also support part time working.
- Annual Leave - 23 days of annual leave with an extra three concessionary days, plus bank holidays and a Christmas concessionary day.
- Pension – Access to a public service defined benefit pension scheme.
- Health and Wellbeing - As a Service they provide a wide range of Health and Wellbeing support to all their employees which includes access to a Bupa cashback scheme, an Employee Assistance Programme and a dedicated Occupational Health team who are there to support you. Also, all employees receive free access to an on-site gym.
- Blue Light Card – working for an emergency service you will have the ability to apply for a Blue Light Card which enables discounts on shopping and eating out.
- Development – You will have access to both formal and informal professional development opportunities which will help you advance your career.
If you feel you have the skills and experience they are looking for and want to play an integral part in keeping Nottinghamshire communities safe, then they look forward to hearing from you!
How to apply for the role:
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click "apply" today and you will be directed to the company website where you will be able to submit an application form.
You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.
Closing Date: Sunday 18th August 2024
Interview Date: Tuesday 3rd September 2024
Our client is proud to be an equal opportunities and ‘Disability Confident' employer, and they are committed to increasing the diversity of their workforce. They welcome applications from all parts of their communities particularly those who are currently under-represented in the workforce.
Our client is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children, young people and adults at risk of abuse and or neglect and operates a safer recruitment process.
The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service check and a Police Vetting check.
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Other suitable skills and experience include Estates Project Manager, Facilities Manager, Construction Project Manager, Building Surveyor, Property Manager, Infrastructure Manager, Capital Projects Coordinator, Maintenance Manager, Site Manager, Project Coordinator, Health and Safety Manager.