Senior Project Manager

Full time, Open ended

The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 18 July 2021
Interviews are expected to take place on Wednesday 11 August 2021

For the purposes of sponsorship, this is a role under SOC code 2436

The University of Stirling recognises that a diverse workforce benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers and welcome applications from those who would contribute to further diversification of our staff and ensure that equality, diversity and inclusion is woven into the substance of the role. We strongly encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including gender, identity, race, age, class, and ethnicity

The postholder will report directly to the Head of Estate Development within the Estates & Campus Services Directorate and will be directly involved with the management and delivery of a challenging programme of capital development and lifecycle maintenance projects up to £10m. This will include the co-ordination and management of both internal and external property professionals, throughout the project life cycle from feasibility stage through to implementation, handover and use. The post holder shall take the lead and co-ordinate project requirements, briefing and activities with key stakeholders and client groups across the University community.

The successful applicant will be responsible for providing a professional, efficient, and customer-focused project management service ensuring that projects are delivered within the exact time, cost and quality parameters. They will be expected to manage complex multi-disciplinary activities and communicate with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.

The University is undertaking an extensive capital development programme which will transform our campus and provide excellence in the delivery of our learning, teaching and research. Our capital investment programme will deliver the latest technology enabled environments and be designed to support and enhance collaborative engagement at local, national and international levels. In addition, the University’s commitment to net zero carbon will see a range of projects to enhance existing building fabric, improve campus wide mechanical and electrical infrastructure and improve the estate’s overall environmental performance.

The successful candidate will be an experienced project manager who can demonstrate delivery of a number of concurrent projects within occupied buildings in a safe and efficient manner. The candidate will have experience in managing projects ranging from minor to larger capital works together with a working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems within a large estate.

Please see description of duties attached

The successful applicant will possess excellent interpersonal skills including written and oral communication, negotiation and collaboration, have the ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and have a confident approach when dealing with an extensive list of stakeholders both internal and external.

Qualifications

• First degree and relevant building related professional qualification (RICS, CIOB, RIBA, CIBSE etc.) or significant and demonstrable relevant experience of client-side project management

Knowledge & Experience

• Extensive relevant experience managing minor works and multi-million pound new build and refurbishment projects
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of current construction procurement practices and construction contracts
• Experience of developing project implementation plans and programmes
• Experience of leading and managing multi-disciplined design and project teams
• Experience of dealing with construction contractors
• Experience of the financial planning and management of complex multi-faceted construction projects
• Experience of managing budgets associated with capital projects
• Knowledge of appropriate legislative requirements related to construction projects
• Experience of managing multiple stakeholders across complex projects
• High level of proficiency with the MS Office and MS Project, in particular Excel
• Experience of AutoCAD
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to produce clear, well-structured and concise reports
• Ability to present with confidence and clarity to stakeholder groups and Project Boards

Skills & Attributes

• Knowledge of appropriate legislative requirements related to construction projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to produce clear, well-structured and concise reports
• Experience of managing construction projects within the Higher Education sector or similar
• Knowledge of environmental sustainability issues related to construction projects including BREEAM and LEAD assessment methodologies
• Knowledge of Public Sector procurement procedures
• Knowledge of managing asbestos containing materials in the context of construction projects
• Excellent knowledge of the Construction, Design and Management Regulations 2015
• Full Driving License

The role holder will be required to evidence that they can meet the qualities associated with the following behavioural competencies, as detailed within the AUA Competency Framework.

The Estates & Campus Services directorate comprises three main areas - Property Management, Facilities and Safety, Environment & Continuity and has responsibility for the longer-term development, maintenance and day to day operation of the buildings and grounds which support and add value to the core activities of the University. This involves providing professional, customer-focused services spanning the following activities with a view to maximising value and efficiency and ensuring that the quality of the estate contributes to the University’s overall reputation:

• development of the estate in line with the strategic priorities of the University
• maintenance of the building fabric, services and grounds
• all legislative requirements
• energy management
• security and the management of car parking
• Portering services
• provision of reception and lost property services
• safety, business continuity and environmental sustainability

The University of Stirling is a leading UK teaching and research-intensive university, created by Royal Charter in 1967. Since its foundation, the University has embraced its role as an innovative, intellectual and cultural institution with a pioneering spirit and a passion for excellence in all that it does.

In 2016, the University launched its current Strategic Plan https://www.stir.ac.uk/about/our-vision/our-strategy/ (2016-2021), with targets to: be one of the top 25 universities in the UK; increase income by £50 million; enhance its research profile by 100 per cent; and ensure internationalisation is at the heart of everything it does.

With three-quarters of its research ranked world-leading and internationally-excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2014), the University’s groundbreaking, interdisciplinary research makes a difference to society and has a positive impact on communities worldwide. Stirling’s research is making a positive impact on people’s health, education and wellbeing, with key strengths across our research themes of: Cultures, Communities and Society; Global Security and Resilience; and Living Well. The University collaborates with international governments and policymakers, businesses, industry, and charitable organisations, to tackle and provide solutions to some of the toughest global societal challenges.

For more information on working at Stirling, please visit https://www.stir.ac.uk/about/work-at-stirling/.

The University offers great benefits such as generous annual leave and membership of the Universities Superannuation Scheme. Additionally staff can benefit from a reduced membership rate at the University’s excellent Sport Centre facilities.

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