Estates Manager

Job description

About

As Estates Manager you will assist the Domestic Bursar in the strategic management of the large and varied operational estate much of which consists of beautiful listed buildings in central Cambridge. You will also manage a range of other properties, large and small in various parts of the city in conservation areas. The role is busy and varied, and you will be equally likely to represent the College to outside contractors. Your main purpose will be to ensure that the College’s Built Environment is fit for purpose.

Main duties and Responsibilities

• To be responsible to the Domestic Bursar for the overall condition of the College’s built environment

• To understand the implications of the requirements of Listed Building Consents and Conservation Areas in relation to College property, and to offer proactive advice internally on their potential impact on projects from time to time. To own the LBC approval process and monitor the log

• To work in collaboration with the Domestic Bursar and Operational HoDs Team to ensure that the College’s Buildings and Infrastructure are fit for purpose

• To develop, plan and execute Projects from inception to completion (or part thereof) as directed

• To develop and maintain a multi-year costed programme for Capital Expenditure projects

• To operate as the lead person from the College, where appropriate, in the design process for and execution of Capital Projects

• To be responsible for the sustainability of the estate including putting in place short-, medium- and long-term strategies for reduction in energy consumption and water usage

• Development Planning – to assist in the preparation of long-term plans for development, detailed surveys of buildings/facilities, option studies into proposed works, impact statements to support Capital Projects and major refurbishments and project execution

• To work with colleagues to promote and maintain the highest standards of professionalism in the operation, maintenance and development of the College’s estate

• To promote health and safety best practice and thereby do all that can reasonably be expected to safeguard the College’s good reputation

• To attend and contribute to College meetings as required

• To ensure that the College community and the broader local community are consulted upon and kept properly informed of project works which might impact them