Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate:
Extensive experience leading large scale capital programmes
A proven track record of delivering major, complex capital programmes across a range of building types such as cultural, research, education or commercial environments. This should include experience of new build, refurbishment and redevelopment projects, with accountability for delivery from concept through to completion.
Strong programme and project delivery expertise
Deep technical understanding of programme and project management, including procurement strategy, contract management, design management and construction methodologies. Experience of applying best practice approaches within the built environment and driving consistent, high quality delivery across complex programmes.
Expertise in governance, compliance and safety
A strong understanding of health and safety legislation and regulatory frameworks, with experience embedding safe systems of work and ensuring compliance with relevant standards. This includes operating within structured governance environments and maintaining effective oversight of risk, assurance and performance.
Strategic leadership and organisational impact
The ability to operate at a senior organisational level, linking programme delivery to broader strategic priorities. Experience of leading change, shaping long term plans and contributing to organisational direction within complex or public facing environments.
Outstanding stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
A track record of building effective relationships with senior stakeholders, partners and external organisations. The ability to navigate complex and sometimes sensitive environments, influence at senior levels and secure alignment across diverse groups.
Strong commercial and financial capability
Experience of managing substantial budgets and ensuring value for money. This includes commercial awareness, oversight of supplier and contract performance, and the ability to balance cost, quality and risk in decision making.
Leadership of teams and delivery partners
Proven ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams and supply chain partners. A collaborative and inclusive leadership style that builds capability, encourages innovation and drives high performance across complex delivery environments.
Professional credibility and values based leadership
Educated to degree level or with equivalent experience, supported by a relevant professional qualification and ongoing professional development. A leadership approach that reflects a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, sustainability and continuous improvement, creating an environment in which individuals and teams can thrive