Unite Students
Unite Students are looking for an experienced Project Manager to deliver projects to our existing portfolio that enhance value or improve performance. This could range from rebuilding a property, providing additional bedrooms through extensions or reconfiguration of the existing space, enhancing the quality of Common Rooms, or rebranding with a different product mix. Growing our Asset Management Pipeline is a key strategic aim for Unite and we have several schemes currently being delivered with an ongoing commitment in a 5-year Plan. The main purpose of this initiative is to contribute to the on-going profitability and growth of the Business through expert management of the schemes. This role will include the evaluation and management of project risk and leadership of the design team, the procurement of the works and the management of the on-site process. This will take projects from the point of inception, through to start on site, practical completion, end of the defect rectification period and ultimately allowing for the smooth transition to the Operations and Estates Teams. What you ll be doing Strategic technical input to aid in the best development fit for the site to maximise returns. Strategic input on risks to ensure that these have been considered within the design, programme, costing of the scheme and ultimately the appraisal to ensure the correct pricing of the land. Progressing due diligence in terms of identifying appropriate surveys, reviewing legal contracts and third party matters to minimise build cost risk. Providing strategic plan for vision, process and delivery of the scheme including procurement, due diligence, and external appointments. Providing strategic input into the design and the development of the scheme pre planning and lead the consultant team during design team meetings to ensure that the scheme is financially and functionally correct, maximises returns, the scheme is buildable and has the correct room mix and specification. Sign off scheme before issue of planning application. Appointing and leading external consultant team to ensure maximisation of value add for each scheme. Ensuring that design of buildings before and through planning remains in line with cost plans so budgets are not exceeded, the development potential is maximised, and the functionality of the buildings are in line with operational requirements. Cross functional working with the estates and operations team and also ensuring new initiatives align with our aspirations to become Net Zero Carbon by 2030 Ensuring Health and Safety compliance to legal and Unite Students standards. Leading value engineering workshops and progress to maximise returns. Leading the main contractor tender preparation and process Agreeing CP s and complete building contract / consultant contracts Administering the Building Contract or manage external Employer s Agent to keep them motivated and align objectives to programme and Supply Chain Management. Liaising with all other relevant parts of the business before and throughout construction to ensure an effective mobilisation process and successful handover of the property. If any legacy matters remain post PC, ensure that a strategy to complete has been considered, agreed, activated, and driven through to the earliest completion. Take full accountability for effective legacy completion from cradle to grave. What we re looking for in you Hold (or be working towards) a professional construction related qualification. Extensive experience of delivering major projects from inception to final sign off. Experienced in the management of procurement and contract documentation. A proven track record of management of external consultant teams. Demonstrable strong negotiation skills Strong computer literacy with the ability to use Microsoft Office Possesses a positive and collaborative attitude, with the ability to adapt swiftly and a willingness to undertake challenging tasks to ensure customer/ stakeholder satisfaction. Self-motivated and possessing the ability to work on own initiative and as within a team. Evidence of working in a fast paced, high change environment and able to manage multiple demands effectively. Ability to build relationships and influence internal and external stakeholders. What You ll Get in Return An annual bonus so you can share in the company s success 25 days paid holiday Pension - based on how much you save, we ll contribute 1% more Flexible working opportunities Shared Parental Leave - 18 weeks full pay Other benefits include, ShareSave, Bike to Work, Charity Match, amazing discounts and more! About Unite Students Founded in 1991, Unite Students is a FTSE 100 business and the UK s leading provider of purpose-built student accommodation. You can find us in 25 leading university towns and cities, with 74,000 students calling US home! We are driven by our values, culture, and a commitment to develop diverse and inclusive teams, filled with positive energy and new ideas. Instinctive inclusion. We know that to create and maintain a happy healthy organisation, we have to work hard to ensure inclusion isn t just what we do but who we are. People make Unite Students. Employees, students and neighbours all contribute to building environments where we can all thrive. Room for Everyone We re proud to be an employer that embraces individuality , and we re passionate about building inclusive teams. We focus on creating a collaborative culture where you can be you, where your voice is heard, and where you can truly belong. We take great pride in being rated Gold Investors in People and are constantly striving to provide the highest standard of learning and development opportunities and professional pathways for our people. Building a home for success , for both our employees and students, requires exceptional people with a passion for creating room for everyone, doing what s right, keeping US safe, and raising the bar. Join us as we build better experiences for students that live with us. We are US.
Unite Students are looking for an experienced Project Manager to deliver projects to our existing portfolio that enhance value or improve performance. This could range from rebuilding a property, providing additional bedrooms through extensions or reconfiguration of the existing space, enhancing the quality of Common Rooms, or rebranding with a different product mix. Growing our Asset Management Pipeline is a key strategic aim for Unite and we have several schemes currently being delivered with an ongoing commitment in a 5-year Plan. The main purpose of this initiative is to contribute to the on-going profitability and growth of the Business through expert management of the schemes. This role will include the evaluation and management of project risk and leadership of the design team, the procurement of the works and the management of the on-site process. This will take projects from the point of inception, through to start on site, practical completion, end of the defect rectification period and ultimately allowing for the smooth transition to the Operations and Estates Teams. What you ll be doing Strategic technical input to aid in the best development fit for the site to maximise returns. Strategic input on risks to ensure that these have been considered within the design, programme, costing of the scheme and ultimately the appraisal to ensure the correct pricing of the land. Progressing due diligence in terms of identifying appropriate surveys, reviewing legal contracts and third party matters to minimise build cost risk. Providing strategic plan for vision, process and delivery of the scheme including procurement, due diligence, and external appointments. Providing strategic input into the design and the development of the scheme pre planning and lead the consultant team during design team meetings to ensure that the scheme is financially and functionally correct, maximises returns, the scheme is buildable and has the correct room mix and specification. Sign off scheme before issue of planning application. Appointing and leading external consultant team to ensure maximisation of value add for each scheme. Ensuring that design of buildings before and through planning remains in line with cost plans so budgets are not exceeded, the development potential is maximised, and the functionality of the buildings are in line with operational requirements. Cross functional working with the estates and operations team and also ensuring new initiatives align with our aspirations to become Net Zero Carbon by 2030 Ensuring Health and Safety compliance to legal and Unite Students standards. Leading value engineering workshops and progress to maximise returns. Leading the main contractor tender preparation and process Agreeing CP s and complete building contract / consultant contracts Administering the Building Contract or manage external Employer s Agent to keep them motivated and align objectives to programme and Supply Chain Management. Liaising with all other relevant parts of the business before and throughout construction to ensure an effective mobilisation process and successful handover of the property. If any legacy matters remain post PC, ensure that a strategy to complete has been considered, agreed, activated, and driven through to the earliest completion. Take full accountability for effective legacy completion from cradle to grave. What we re looking for in you Hold (or be working towards) a professional construction related qualification. Extensive experience of delivering major projects from inception to final sign off. Experienced in the management of procurement and contract documentation. A proven track record of management of external consultant teams. Demonstrable strong negotiation skills Strong computer literacy with the ability to use Microsoft Office Possesses a positive and collaborative attitude, with the ability to adapt swiftly and a willingness to undertake challenging tasks to ensure customer/ stakeholder satisfaction. Self-motivated and possessing the ability to work on own initiative and as within a team. Evidence of working in a fast paced, high change environment and able to manage multiple demands effectively. Ability to build relationships and influence internal and external stakeholders. What You ll Get in Return An annual bonus so you can share in the company s success 25 days paid holiday Pension - based on how much you save, we ll contribute 1% more Flexible working opportunities Shared Parental Leave - 18 weeks full pay Other benefits include, ShareSave, Bike to Work, Charity Match, amazing discounts and more! About Unite Students Founded in 1991, Unite Students is a FTSE 100 business and the UK s leading provider of purpose-built student accommodation. You can find us in 25 leading university towns and cities, with 74,000 students calling US home! We are driven by our values, culture, and a commitment to develop diverse and inclusive teams, filled with positive energy and new ideas. Instinctive inclusion. We know that to create and maintain a happy healthy organisation, we have to work hard to ensure inclusion isn t just what we do but who we are. People make Unite Students. Employees, students and neighbours all contribute to building environments where we can all thrive. Room for Everyone We re proud to be an employer that embraces individuality , and we re passionate about building inclusive teams. We focus on creating a collaborative culture where you can be you, where your voice is heard, and where you can truly belong. We take great pride in being rated Gold Investors in People and are constantly striving to provide the highest standard of learning and development opportunities and professional pathways for our people. Building a home for success , for both our employees and students, requires exceptional people with a passion for creating room for everyone, doing what s right, keeping US safe, and raising the bar. Join us as we build better experiences for students that live with us. We are US.
Ministry of Justice
Newport, Isle of Wight
82843 - MoJ Property Directorate - Area Property Operations Manager (High Security Long Term) The national salary range is £39,868 - £43,535, London salary range is £45,824 - £50,039. Your salary will be dependent on your base location Number of jobs available 1 1 Detail of reserve list 1 12 Months Region 1 East of England, London, South West, Wales, West Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber City/Town 1 London, March , Milton Keynes , Newport (Isle of Wight) , Rochester , Sheerness , Stoke-on-Trent , Wetherby Building/Site 1 HM Prison Belmarsh, SE28 0EB, HM Prison Cookham Wood, ME1 3LU, HM PRISON ISLE OF WIGHT - ALBANY HOUSE NEWPORT, PO30 5RS, HM Prison Swaleside, ME12 4AX, HM Prison Whitemoor, PE15 0PR, HM Prison Woodhill, MK4 4DA, HMYOI WERRINGTON STOKE ON TRENT, ST9 0DX, HMYOI WETHERBY WETHERBY, LS22 5ED Grade 1 SEO SEO Post Type 1 Permanent Working Pattern 1 Full Time, Flexible Working Role Type 1 Estates, Facilities Management, Property Webinars will be held on: Monday, 8th January 2024 at 13:00, Monday, 4th March 2024 at 13:00 and Monday, 13th May 2024 at 13:00 to provide further information and answer queries about the role. Please come along and ask your questions. Register by clicking on the following link: Learn much more about MoJ Property Directorate and Area Property Operations Manager role in our Candidate Information Guide attached and by clicking on the video link below: Please note, if you are successful in the recruitment process, you will be added to the merit list for the campaign. We will then appoint candidates as Area Property Operation Manager posts become available. This will be based on merit order and your location preference. Your location preference will be captured during the application process. Please be advised, that being successful in the recruitment process and being placed on the merit list does not guarantee an offer of employment. Position Area Property Operations Manager Location East of England, London, South East, Wales, West Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber Band SEO Contract Type Permanent Overview The MoJ Property Directorate is a customer focused organisation that exists to enable our customers to perform to their very best. We do this by providing high quality, easy to use services, and working environments that our customers want to work in, which support them to deliver their individual outputs efficiently. Our job is to manage one of the most diverse and complex estates in Government - hosted by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ). The MoJ Property Directorate brings together a property portfolio including Prisons, Probation, and MoJ HQ and Arm's Length Bodies. We also provide property services on behalf of the Home Office. MoJ Property provides specialist services including facilities management, health and safety, fire safety and security, technical design expertise, and sustainability. We also have business management teams who support the entire Directorate and each of our partners is supported by account management teams. We are responsible for a great deal - our portfolio consists of properties valued at £8.5bn for the MoJ alone. We are part of the Government Property Profession (GPP) and through active membership and engagement we will work with the Office of Government Property to develop the maturity of the profession and also encourage our people to join the GPP. We continue to build our capability through training and recruitment, aspiring to be the best that we can be as individuals and as a directorate. We continue to deliver new ways of working across our portfolio - leading on the scale and pace of activity for central government - proposing ways to achieve, and then providing more dynamic and flexible workspace, while driving down the cost of the estate. Team Overview Are you looking for a high profile, unique, exciting and challenging opportunity to join an award-winning Property Services (PS) team that works in collaboration and partnership with our customers and suppliers? We work on a varied portfolio across the Ministry of Justice and Home Office estate, providing property services to HM Prison and Probation Service, Ministry of Justice headquarters and supporting the Home Office and its departments such as Border Force within the ports and airports. We provide both Hard and Soft Services across the UK, through our integrated supply chains to provide the best possible property services support. PS is a challenging environment in which to work, with interdependencies between the customers, suppliers and users of the estate. It requires good leadership, collaboration and excellent drive and determination. The candidate should be a self-starter, good leader, have personal resilience and excellent customer engagement skills. You will be required to deliver at pace and demonstrate effective application of service delivery management, skills, tools and techniques. If you have the passion, enthusiasm and skill to be the best Facilities Manager, then joining the Ministry of Justice Property Directorate PS Team is the place for you. Area Property Operational Managers (APOMS) are responsible for working directly with clients and suppliers, including on regular site visits, to ensure efficient and effective delivery of hard and soft FM services for their portfolio. This is a key contract management role requiring specialist knowledge, with responsibility for overseeing the delivery of the contract and works projects, for defining projects and for technical and statutory assurance. APOMs work alongside Property Operational Managers (POMs) and report directly to Regional Property Operational Managers (RPOMs) for their region. The properties allocated to the role and sometimes the account it focusses on can sometimes be altered over time to meet business demand, providing excellent development opportunities for the post holder. Job Description, Duties and Responsibilities Responsibilities will include the following: Service Management: Understand your assets and deliver operational strategies, policies and processes in line with operational requirements to manage the delivery of services, payments and the audit regime Manage day-to-day the contracts across a number of sites within a region through MI data and visual inspections of sites, including checking that work carried out by contractors is in accordance with the contract in terms of quality, compliance and specification and were appropriate contractors adhere to local and national security strategies. Liaise with the supply chain and other MoJ Property teams to proactively understand issues across the portfolio and facilitate improvements Understand the priorities of stakeholders and how they fit into plans and activities Consider whether Early Warning Notices (EWNs) and compensation events are required and advise RPOM accordingly. Monitor to ensure they are being addressed and ensure mitigation plans and risk register are in place and maintained. Manage issues (including requests for additional spend, elective new works and changes to scope or specification) to resolution and escalate to RPOMs where necessary Follow the schedule of visits for each asset (to be agreed with RPOM) to discuss performance, issues and update on work orders Engage with the PS supply chain and other MoJ Property teams to ensure legislative and statutory compliance through Health and Safety, business resilience and the provision of fit for purpose accommodation to meet customer needs Ensure that you follow fire risk assessment procedures Ensure that actions relating to inspections and audits are delivered through the contract. Work with the technical team, MI and reporting procedures to enable audit, assurance and validation of service delivery including taking accountability for carrying out site audits to departmentally agreed frequency and managing actions that arise from these to ensure statutory, mandatory and contractual compliance Where it applies, manage the transition to the delivery of services to new contracts and operating models. Identify the requirement for project works, including contributing to business cases, bids and the procurement process. Oversee the delivery of works projects on sites within your portfolio. Ensure that waste management/recycling, energy management and biodiversity sustainability strategies are in place and adhered to by contractors. Liaise with MoJ Property on the planning and delivery of new builds, refurbishments and change of use across the sites, adhering to statutory planning and legislation. Customer Management: Act as the client's first point of contact. Report MI data on contract performance. Engage through site visits, regular communication and running or attending client engagement meetings as appropriate Understand the wider strategic needs and priorities of clients and how they are incorporated into plans and activities Manage supplier issues and complaints to resolution, escalating to RPOMs where necessary Encourage, recognise and share innovative ideas and improvements from customers and other stakeholders Where required, work with the supplier to contribute to the preparation of site contingency and emergency plans and ensure implementation. Support operational emergencies by providing technical management assistance and support. . click apply for full job details
82843 - MoJ Property Directorate - Area Property Operations Manager (High Security Long Term) The national salary range is £39,868 - £43,535, London salary range is £45,824 - £50,039. Your salary will be dependent on your base location Number of jobs available 1 1 Detail of reserve list 1 12 Months Region 1 East of England, London, South West, Wales, West Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber City/Town 1 London, March , Milton Keynes , Newport (Isle of Wight) , Rochester , Sheerness , Stoke-on-Trent , Wetherby Building/Site 1 HM Prison Belmarsh, SE28 0EB, HM Prison Cookham Wood, ME1 3LU, HM PRISON ISLE OF WIGHT - ALBANY HOUSE NEWPORT, PO30 5RS, HM Prison Swaleside, ME12 4AX, HM Prison Whitemoor, PE15 0PR, HM Prison Woodhill, MK4 4DA, HMYOI WERRINGTON STOKE ON TRENT, ST9 0DX, HMYOI WETHERBY WETHERBY, LS22 5ED Grade 1 SEO SEO Post Type 1 Permanent Working Pattern 1 Full Time, Flexible Working Role Type 1 Estates, Facilities Management, Property Webinars will be held on: Monday, 8th January 2024 at 13:00, Monday, 4th March 2024 at 13:00 and Monday, 13th May 2024 at 13:00 to provide further information and answer queries about the role. Please come along and ask your questions. Register by clicking on the following link: Learn much more about MoJ Property Directorate and Area Property Operations Manager role in our Candidate Information Guide attached and by clicking on the video link below: Please note, if you are successful in the recruitment process, you will be added to the merit list for the campaign. We will then appoint candidates as Area Property Operation Manager posts become available. This will be based on merit order and your location preference. Your location preference will be captured during the application process. Please be advised, that being successful in the recruitment process and being placed on the merit list does not guarantee an offer of employment. Position Area Property Operations Manager Location East of England, London, South East, Wales, West Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber Band SEO Contract Type Permanent Overview The MoJ Property Directorate is a customer focused organisation that exists to enable our customers to perform to their very best. We do this by providing high quality, easy to use services, and working environments that our customers want to work in, which support them to deliver their individual outputs efficiently. Our job is to manage one of the most diverse and complex estates in Government - hosted by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ). The MoJ Property Directorate brings together a property portfolio including Prisons, Probation, and MoJ HQ and Arm's Length Bodies. We also provide property services on behalf of the Home Office. MoJ Property provides specialist services including facilities management, health and safety, fire safety and security, technical design expertise, and sustainability. We also have business management teams who support the entire Directorate and each of our partners is supported by account management teams. We are responsible for a great deal - our portfolio consists of properties valued at £8.5bn for the MoJ alone. We are part of the Government Property Profession (GPP) and through active membership and engagement we will work with the Office of Government Property to develop the maturity of the profession and also encourage our people to join the GPP. We continue to build our capability through training and recruitment, aspiring to be the best that we can be as individuals and as a directorate. We continue to deliver new ways of working across our portfolio - leading on the scale and pace of activity for central government - proposing ways to achieve, and then providing more dynamic and flexible workspace, while driving down the cost of the estate. Team Overview Are you looking for a high profile, unique, exciting and challenging opportunity to join an award-winning Property Services (PS) team that works in collaboration and partnership with our customers and suppliers? We work on a varied portfolio across the Ministry of Justice and Home Office estate, providing property services to HM Prison and Probation Service, Ministry of Justice headquarters and supporting the Home Office and its departments such as Border Force within the ports and airports. We provide both Hard and Soft Services across the UK, through our integrated supply chains to provide the best possible property services support. PS is a challenging environment in which to work, with interdependencies between the customers, suppliers and users of the estate. It requires good leadership, collaboration and excellent drive and determination. The candidate should be a self-starter, good leader, have personal resilience and excellent customer engagement skills. You will be required to deliver at pace and demonstrate effective application of service delivery management, skills, tools and techniques. If you have the passion, enthusiasm and skill to be the best Facilities Manager, then joining the Ministry of Justice Property Directorate PS Team is the place for you. Area Property Operational Managers (APOMS) are responsible for working directly with clients and suppliers, including on regular site visits, to ensure efficient and effective delivery of hard and soft FM services for their portfolio. This is a key contract management role requiring specialist knowledge, with responsibility for overseeing the delivery of the contract and works projects, for defining projects and for technical and statutory assurance. APOMs work alongside Property Operational Managers (POMs) and report directly to Regional Property Operational Managers (RPOMs) for their region. The properties allocated to the role and sometimes the account it focusses on can sometimes be altered over time to meet business demand, providing excellent development opportunities for the post holder. Job Description, Duties and Responsibilities Responsibilities will include the following: Service Management: Understand your assets and deliver operational strategies, policies and processes in line with operational requirements to manage the delivery of services, payments and the audit regime Manage day-to-day the contracts across a number of sites within a region through MI data and visual inspections of sites, including checking that work carried out by contractors is in accordance with the contract in terms of quality, compliance and specification and were appropriate contractors adhere to local and national security strategies. Liaise with the supply chain and other MoJ Property teams to proactively understand issues across the portfolio and facilitate improvements Understand the priorities of stakeholders and how they fit into plans and activities Consider whether Early Warning Notices (EWNs) and compensation events are required and advise RPOM accordingly. Monitor to ensure they are being addressed and ensure mitigation plans and risk register are in place and maintained. Manage issues (including requests for additional spend, elective new works and changes to scope or specification) to resolution and escalate to RPOMs where necessary Follow the schedule of visits for each asset (to be agreed with RPOM) to discuss performance, issues and update on work orders Engage with the PS supply chain and other MoJ Property teams to ensure legislative and statutory compliance through Health and Safety, business resilience and the provision of fit for purpose accommodation to meet customer needs Ensure that you follow fire risk assessment procedures Ensure that actions relating to inspections and audits are delivered through the contract. Work with the technical team, MI and reporting procedures to enable audit, assurance and validation of service delivery including taking accountability for carrying out site audits to departmentally agreed frequency and managing actions that arise from these to ensure statutory, mandatory and contractual compliance Where it applies, manage the transition to the delivery of services to new contracts and operating models. Identify the requirement for project works, including contributing to business cases, bids and the procurement process. Oversee the delivery of works projects on sites within your portfolio. Ensure that waste management/recycling, energy management and biodiversity sustainability strategies are in place and adhered to by contractors. Liaise with MoJ Property on the planning and delivery of new builds, refurbishments and change of use across the sites, adhering to statutory planning and legislation. Customer Management: Act as the client's first point of contact. Report MI data on contract performance. Engage through site visits, regular communication and running or attending client engagement meetings as appropriate Understand the wider strategic needs and priorities of clients and how they are incorporated into plans and activities Manage supplier issues and complaints to resolution, escalating to RPOMs where necessary Encourage, recognise and share innovative ideas and improvements from customers and other stakeholders Where required, work with the supplier to contribute to the preparation of site contingency and emergency plans and ensure implementation. Support operational emergencies by providing technical management assistance and support. . click apply for full job details