Capital Projects And Estates Manager

Salary: £40,714 – £44,482 (per annum)

Contract Type: Permanent                               

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: All Campuses

If you share our vision to be outstanding in all that we do and you have the drive, passion, enthusiasm to create something special then Cheshire College South and West is the place for you to progress your career. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Executive Director of Capital Projects and Estates on major projects, taking lead responsibility as directed;
• Lead and manage all sections of the Estates and Facilities Division and liaise with members of staff, learners, support staff and project professionals; and
• Lead on identified reactive and planned maintenance projects relating to the management of Estates, Building and facilities of the College, providing accurate up to date reports on progress and finances as required.

Key Person Specification Requirements:

• HND/HNC or equivalent, and NEBOSH certificate
• SMSTS Certificate
• Evidence of continuous professional development specific to this area;
• Extensive evidence of successful management of facilities in a customer focused environment;
• Excellent working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation;
• Excellent working knowledge of budget management;
• Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion in work and the learning environment;
• Up-to-date occupational experience; and
• Enhanced DBS check.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further details.

If you’re interested in this new opportunity, you can apply by sending a completed application form to recruitment@ccsw.ac.uk by 9am on 24 February 2023.

The selection process will take place in 8 March 2023.

Benefits:

• Access to world-class facilities, the use of cutting-edge technologies and digital platforms;
• Competitive salary;
• Pension Scheme;
• 35 days holiday (plus bank holidays);
• Professional Development;
• College ‘Count Me In’ social platform;
• Onsite Fitness and Childcare Facilities;
• Employee benefit platform;
• Onsite Costa, Café, Shop, Restaurants, Hair and Beauty Salon; and
• Free onsite parking.

If you wish to discuss any aspects of the role prior to making an application, then please email recruitment@ccsw.ac.uk where arrangements will be made for a discussion with the relevant department.  

Cheshire College South and West is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence and original qualification certificates. References will also be sought.

About Us

Cheshire College – South & West is the largest provider of post-16 education in the region, offering exciting opportunities to over 11,000 learners and 1,000 Apprentices, who all have access to world-class facilities as a result of a £120m investment in the latest technology and real working environments, at modern Campuses in Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Chester.  

Cheshire College is a dynamic, high quality and financially robust College, which provides learners with the skills, experience and qualifications that will prepare them for their future career or higher-level study, encouraging them to become confident individuals who will make valuable contributions to businesses and the local economy.  

There is a fantastic atmosphere at our three Campuses in Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Chester, providing an environment to get involved in exciting activities and an opportunities for learners to make new friends.  

Ellesmere Port Campus  

Our impressive facilities are the perfect place for learners to meet new friends and be immersed in an environment that is ideal for learning. As well as our modern classrooms, the Ellesmere Port Campus boasts:  

• Award-winning restaurant, The Academy; 
• Mock aircraft cabin; 
• Fitness gym; 
• Hair, beauty and barbering salons; and 
• Professional Centre Stage theatre and engineering and construction workshops. 

Crewe Campus

Our impressive facilities are the perfect place for learners to meet new friends and be immersed in an environment that is ideal for learning. As well as our modern classrooms, the Crewe Campus boasts:

• A multi-purpose sports hall;
• Climbing wall;
• Fitness gym;
• TV and radio studios with specialist equipment;
• Mock aircraft cabin;
• Award-winning restaurant, The Academy;
• Hair, beauty and barbering salons; and
• Professional Centre Stage theatre and engineering and construction workshops.

Chester Campus

Our impressive facilities are the perfect place for learners to meet new friends and be immersed in an environment that is ideal for learning. As well as our modern classrooms, the Chester Campus boasts:

• Impressive Art and Design Workshops;
• Science Laboratories;
• Motor Vehicle Workshop with four vehicle ramps;
• Strong links with local Employers such as Vauxhall Motors, SP Energy Networks, Ecolab and Unilever to ensure learners have access to work placements and industry professionals; and
• Access to 4K video recording equipment and specialist software applications