Job Description
The purpose of the Estates Project Manager role is to support the Head of Property Investment (Grade 7) to deliver and maintain an effective, efficient and sustainable estates portfolio supporting the needs of Corporate and Operational Business Functions. The Post-holder will report to the Estates Programme Manager (SEO) and will lead the delivery of small and medium sized property works projects.
The role is responsible for the successful delivery of property works projects across the DVSA estate. The role will be required to provide professional and technical advice and support and challenge internal and external stakeholders such as Landlords and Planning Authorities.
The role is responsible for the successful delivery of property projects, involving: customer liaison; writing the brief for works; obtaining appropriate internal approvals; the appointment, management and co-ordination of external service providers; stakeholder liaison; and project handover.
In addition, the Post Holder will be expected to support the Estates Programme Manager/s and Head of Property Investment in delivering more complex/high value projects.
Benefits
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- An environment with flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance
- Generous Annual Leave – 25 days holiday, increasing by 1 each year of service, up to 30
- 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King’s birthday
- Latest IT and Tech devices
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues
- Excellent learning and development tailored to your role including paid apprenticeships up to Masters level
- Wide range of discounts schemes on high street names
- Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing
- Cycle to work scheme and Gym membership offers
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Job Responsibilities
- Commission and appoint Contractors to deliver RIBA Stages 0-7 activities and monitor progress against specification, budget and programme.
- Review, analyse and evaluate complex documents and make recommendations for decisions
- Communicate with all key stakeholders, including having responsibility for chairing project meetings
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders to develop best practice processes
About you
We are looking for someone who has experience in working within property and therefore has a knowledge of property legislation and estates management.
You must also have experience of contract management which includes NEC works contracts.
In addition to project management experience and skills.
You will need a proven track record within resource management in such areas as financial, personnel or other property related areas.
The successful candidate will also have good interpersonal skills to build successful working relationships.
More Information
- Address Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Nottingham, Swansea
- Salary Offer £34,233
- APPLICATION LINK https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/jobs.cgi?vxsys=4&vxvac=391058
