Job type
PermanentLocation
LondonWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Facilities ManagementIndustry
ConstructionPay
£70,000Closing date
31 Jul 2026
Director of Estates & Risk Management
Location: Dartford (multi-site: Gravesend, Hadlow & Tonbridge)
Salary: £70,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, 37 hours per week (52 weeks)
Salary: £70,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, 37 hours per week (52 weeks)
Your new company
A forward-thinking and highly regarded College group with over 6,000 students across four campuses is seeking an experienced Director of Estates & Risk Management. Rated Ofsted ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ learner behaviours and attitudes (April 2024), the organisation is committed to delivering a high-quality, inclusive education supported by industry-standard facilities.
Your new role
Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive, you will provide strategic leadership across Estates, Facilities and Risk Management, ensuring a safe, compliant and high-performing environment for both students and staff.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the development and delivery of the College’s Estates Strategy
- Overseeing capital projects, planned maintenance and asset replacement programmes
- Managing budgets, procurement processes and supplier contracts
- Driving operational excellence, sustainability and value for money
- Providing expert advice to senior leadership and the Board on Estates, Health & Safety, Risk Management and statutory compliance
- Leading on business continuity planning and risk mitigation strategies
This is a highly influential role where you will shape long-term infrastructure strategy and improve the overall student and staff experience.
What you'll need to succeed
- Proven senior leadership experience within Estates, Facilities or Property Management
- Experience delivering complex estates strategies and large-scale capital projects
- Strong financial and budget management experience
- In-depth knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, compliance and risk management
- Experience working in education, public sector or similarly complex environments (desirable)
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- DBS is required
What you'll get in return
- Salary of £70,000 per annum
- 42 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Generous pension scheme options
- Free on-site parking
- Access to on-site facilities including gyms, restaurants and coffee shops
- Ongoing CPD and staff discount schemes
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to submit your CV, or contact us for a confidential discussion.
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