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Abingdon School is looking for an Estates Manager to join the team. Location: Abingdon School, OX14 1DE Job Type: Full-time position working 40 hours per week all year round Working Hours: 08.00 to 17.00 Salary: £45,040 to £49,791 per annum Closing date: 10 November 2025 (midday) About Us: The Foundation comprises two schools: Abingdon School and Abingdon Prep School, as well as Abingdon School Enterprises. Abingdon School is a leading independent day and boarding school with more than 1,000 pupils aged 11-18. Currently a boys school, it will become co-educational from September 2026. Abingdon Prep School is a vibrant and warm day preparatory school with around 200 pupils aged 4-13 which has been co-educational since last year. Both Schools are situated in beautiful and extensive grounds, with the senior school in the heart of Abingdon on Thames, just south of Oxford, and the Prep School located a few miles away in nearby Frilford. Estates Manager The Role: The Abingdon Foundation is looking to appoint an ambitious and experienced individual to be its Estates Manager. Reporting to the Director of Estates, the post holder will take on the management of the Abingdon maintenance team. The Estates Manager will oversee the day-to-day maintenance and statutory compliance requirements as well as playing an active role in the exciting capital programme of developments across all of the Abingdon Foundation. Estates Manager Responsibilities: - Motivating and developing the School s Estate Team to the highest standards in order to meet the reactive and planned Estates requirements of the School - The Estates Manager will be required to operate a high-quality and effective maintenance system - Take ownership of the estate-wide Health & Safety requirements across the Abingdon Foundation - Ensure purchasing of all materials, services and assistance in carrying out the Estates duties are achieving best value for the Foundation - Manage the school s minor capital project programme and perform an advisory role on major capital projects - Manage stock control, ordering and controlling costs - Manage and assist contractors, including contractor inductions and adherence to child protection policy Estates Manager You - Experience in managing facilities and premises - A Professional qualification in surveying, construction - CIOB, Chartered Institute of Building or CIBSE Charter Institute of Building Service Engineers with at least 5 years experience at a senior management level - Excellent interpersonal skills, tact and ability to work through periods of pressure - Knowledge and experience of using CAD software and Microsoft office products - Experience of working with building management systems, security software and facilities management software would be advantageous - Ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure - Good verbal communication skills Estates Manager Benefits: - You'll get 25 days off paid time off each year plus bank holidays - Up to 14.1% employer pension contribution - Abingdon Foundation Death in Service Scheme - Employee Assistance Programme - Private healthcare insurance - We may be able to offer flexible working from home - Free use of leisure facilities with discounted exercise classes - Free lunches during term time - Cycle to work scheme - Christmas closure days - Discounted school fees (eligibility criteria apply) - There are regular staff social events and opportunities to join other staff - We offer free on-site parking and bike storage for all staff - We offer a range of online and in-person courses to staff for free including first aid, mental health first aid and health and safety courses We aim to ensure that our staffing at all levels and in all roles is diverse and we welcome applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community. Candidates are advised that a cover letter outlining their motivation for the role must be uploaded in order to complete the application process. The cover letter should be addressed to Martin McKenna, Director of Estates. Abingdon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Closing date: 10 November 2025 (midday) Interviews: 19 November 2025 To submit your CV and cover letter for this Estates Manager opportunity, click Apply now!

Abingdon School is looking for an Estates Manager to join the team. Location: Abingdon School, OX14 1DE Job Type: Full-time position working 40 hours per week all year round Working Hours: 08.00 to 17.00 Salary: £45,040 to £49,791 per annum Closing date: 10 November 2025 (midday) About Us: The Foundation comprises two schools: Abingdon School and Abingdon Prep School, as well as Abingdon School Enterprises. Abingdon School is a leading independent day and boarding school with more than 1,000 pupils aged 11-18. Currently a boys' school, it will become co-educational from September 2026. Abingdon Prep School is a vibrant and warm day preparatory school with around 200 pupils aged 4-13 which has been co-educational since last year. Both Schools are situated in beautiful and extensive grounds, with the senior school in the heart of Abingdon on Thames, just south of Oxford, and the Prep School located a few miles away in nearby Frilford. Estates Manager - The Role: The Abingdon Foundation is looking to appoint an ambitious and experienced individual to be its Estates Manager. Reporting to the Director of Estates, the post holder will take on the management of the Abingdon maintenance team. The Estates Manager will oversee the day-to-day maintenance and statutory compliance requirements as well as playing an active role in the exciting capital programme of developments across all of the Abingdon Foundation. Estates Manager - Responsibilities: - Motivating and developing the School's Estate Team to the highest standards in order to meet the reactive and planned Estates requirements of the School - The Estates Manager will be required to operate a high-quality and effective maintenance system - Take ownership of the estate-wide Health & Safety requirements across the Abingdon Foundation - Ensure purchasing of all materials, services and assistance in carrying out the Estates duties are achieving best value for the Foundation - Manage the school's minor capital project programme and perform an advisory role on major capital projects - Manage stock control, ordering and controlling costs - Manage and assist contractors, including contractor inductions and adherence to child protection policy Estates Manager - You - Experience in managing facilities and premises - A Professional qualification in surveying, construction - CIOB, Chartered Institute of Building or CIBSE Charter Institute of Building Service Engineers with at least 5 years experience at a senior management level - Excellent interpersonal skills, tact and ability to work through periods of pressure - Knowledge and experience of using CAD software and Microsoft office products - Experience of working with building management systems, security software and facilities management software would be advantageous - Ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure - Good verbal communication skills Estates Manager - Benefits: - You'll get 25 days off paid time off each year plus bank holidays - Up to 14.1% employer pension contribution - Abingdon Foundation Death in Service Scheme - Employee Assistance Programme - Private healthcare insurance - We may be able to offer flexible working from home - Free use of leisure facilities with discounted exercise classes - Free lunches during term time - Cycle to work scheme - Christmas closure days - Discounted school fees (eligibility criteria apply) - There are regular staff social events and opportunities to join other staff - We offer free on-site parking and bike storage for all staff - We offer a range of online and in-person courses to staff for free including first aid, mental health first aid and health and safety courses We aim to ensure that our staffing at all levels and in all roles is diverse and we welcome applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community. Candidates are advised that a cover letter outlining their motivation for the role must be uploaded in order to complete the application process. The cover letter should be addressed to Martin McKenna, Director of Estates. Abingdon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Closing date: 10 November 2025 (midday) Interviews: 19 November 2025 To submit your CV and cover letter for this Estates Manager opportunity, click 'Apply' now!

Join Our Team as a Project Quantity Surveyor! Are you a skilled Quantity Surveyor looking for an exciting opportunity in the public services sector? Our client is seeking a dynamic Project Quantity Surveyor to contribute to the success of their projects based within the Thames Valley Police area. Position Details: Contract Type: Permanent Salary: 56,000 - 60,000 per annum (depending on experience) Hours: Full-time Location: HQ North, Langford Lane, Kidlington, OX5 1NZ Working Arrangements: Hybrid About the Role: As a Project Quantity Surveyor, you will play a vital role in assisting our client's Quantity Surveyor with all commercial activities within their programme. Your expertise will ensure accurate budgeting and reporting, while providing a full range of Quantity Surveying services for the department. This is a fantastic opportunity to work independently on small to medium construction projects, from pre-contract to final account. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage quantity surveying duties from pre to post-contract on designated projects, ensuring budgets are maintained and providing detailed cost reports. Collaborate with project teams and external consultants to prepare tender documentation, analyse returns, and prepare comprehensive tender reports for approval. Monthly evaluation of assigned projects, scrutinising progress against the programme, and advising on budget implications of changes to maintain strict control. Oversee the project development process, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and budgetary issues. Support cost planning and monitoring for all capital and revenue projects while developing robust project documentation. Develop a programme of work and budget costs in conjunction with relevant project managers, ensuring alignment with overall objectives. What We're Looking For: Education: Degree in Quantity Surveying. Experience: Demonstrable experience as a Quantity Surveyor, managing all financial aspects of projects from initiation to completion. Skills: Proficient in traditional quantity surveying functions (pre and post-contract), measurement of building works, and budget development. Project Leadership: Proven track record as a lead QS for small to medium building projects, with experience in JCT contracts and diverse project types. Driving licence: A full UK driving licence is essential to travel to various locations across the Force. Why Join Us? This is your chance to make a real difference in public services while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you have the skills and enthusiasm for this role, we want to hear from you! Application Process: If your CV is shortlisted, an Adecco Consultant will reach out to discuss your application further. Please note that due to police criteria, candidates must have lived in the UK for at least the last five continuous years. All job offers are subject to full police vetting. Ready to take the next step? Apply now and be part of something impactful! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)

Exciting Project Surveyor Role Your new company Hays is proud to be working with CB3 Consulting, a leading cost management consultancy focussed on delivering high-quality services to their clients and regarded as the 'go to' employer for quantity surveyors/cost managers. CB3 is the fastest growing and largest cost management consultancy in Cambridge with a turnover in excess of £2.5m. Their projects to date span a variety of industries including, but not limited to, commercial science, higher education, decarbonisation, independent schools and historic refurbishments, mainly in the Cambridge, Oxford, London triangle. Their collaborative, client-focused approach and commitment to excellence has earned them a reputation as a trusted partner with high levels of repeat business. CB3's clients include Trinity College Cambridge, Brockton, Kadans, TTP, Urban & Civic, Cambridge University Hospitals, Royal London Asset Management, British Land, St John's College Cambridge, Christ's College Cambridge and Uppingham School. Due to their impressive growth, this cost management consultancy is now looking for an enthusiastic Project Surveyor to join their team. Your new role As a Project Surveyor at CB3 Consulting, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Directors in successfully managing and delivering capital investment projects throughout the entire lifecycle. Your responsibilities will span from initial project inception through the design and procurement process, and on to the site delivery and commissioning phase. Additionally, you will be tasked with conducting peer reviews and preparing reports on behalf of clients to critically evaluate processes and projects completed by others. What you'll need to succeed • A degree in Quantity Surveying or Cost Management, and ideally Chartered status with the RICS, CIOB, or an equivalent professional body • Extensive experience in a consulting environment, providing the full spectrum of cost management services, including pre-contract estimating, procurement, contract administration, cost reporting, and final account resolution. • A passion for delivering high-quality consulting services to our clients. • A strong understanding of JCT and NEC standard forms of contract, as well as the ability to provide input on cost, value, and risk. • Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in digital measurement (CostX), cost planning, and tender document tools. • Outstanding numeracy, verbal, and written communication skills • A willingness to challenge in a positive and engaging manner. • Experience working on a variety of project types, sizes, and sectors. • The ability to manage relationships effectively and identify and resolve issues at the earliest possible opportunity. • Accountability and responsibility for your own actions. • The ability to work independently and collaboratively with our Directors. • A commitment to a "right first time" approach. • A passion for social and CSR activities, contributing to a positive and enjoyable workplace. What you'll get in return As a Project Surveyor, you can expect to receive a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare, generous pension contributions, and a range of flexible working arrangements. CB3 Consulting is committed to providing their employees with rewarding and fulfilling work experience and will offer ongoing training and development opportunities to ensure you can continue to grow and expand your skillset, further enhancing your value to the organisation. They pride themselves on being a supportive and collaborative team. Beyond the tangible benefits, you will have the chance to work on a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects, collaborating with a talented, friendly and dedicated team of professionals. CB3's company culture is one of innovation, collaboration, and mutual support, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and recognised. As an ambassador for CB3, you will have the opportunity to build strong relationships with clients and industry peers, further raising your profile and the company's.You will be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking consultancy committed to making a positive impact on the communities and environments in which it operates. Through CB3's corporate social responsibility initiatives and focus on sustainable practices, you will have the chance to make a meaningful difference while advancing your career. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #