Job Description
Summary:
Development Manager role at a leading educational institution.
About the School:
A school committed to excellence in education, with a strong focus on student progression and partnerships with leading London businesses.
The Opportunity:
As a Development Manager, you will lead and deliver complex capital development projects across a multi-campus estate. This role is central to creating high-quality, safe, and sustainable learning environments that enhance the student experience and support the school’s strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the delivery of capital development and estate improvement projects from feasibility through to completion.
- Coordinate consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure effective design, procurement, and construction.
- Oversee project budgets, programmes, risks, and reporting to ensure compliance with cost, quality, and safety standards.
- Ensure compliance with planning, building regulations, procurement requirements, and health and safety legislation.
- Maintain strong communication across campuses and with external partners to ensure project requirements are understood and delivered.
- Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, funding submissions, governance papers, and reporting.
- Support wider managerial responsibilities including duty manager rota, enrolment support, and exam invigilation.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Proven experience in delivering capital development or construction projects from feasibility through to completion.
- Strong knowledge of construction processes, procurement, and regulatory compliance.
- Relevant degree or equivalent in development, construction, architecture, engineering, surveying, or project management.
- Professional membership such as RICS, CIOB, APM, or CIAT.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and professionalism.
Preferred
- Experience working in the education or public sector.
- Experience with government-funded programmes.
- Strong understanding of CDM 2015 and health and safety legislation.
- Experience in managing multidisciplinary teams.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and pension scheme (TPS or LGPS).
- Access to on-site gym facilities and subsidised food and drink options.
- Five CPD days per year with opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
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