Deputy Head of Estates (Estates South & Net Zero Programme Manager)

A great benefits package is offered including an outstanding pension scheme (with an extremely generous employer contribution – on average 27% of your pay), 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and access to flexi-time

Hours: Full-time – 37 hours a week

Location: BGS headquarters in Keyworth in Nottingham

This exciting new position will provide two key roles at BGS, an estates manager for its southern estate and BGS-wide decarbonisation/net zero programme manager. The estates manager role is required to oversee day-to-day management of hard services, soft services and estates project management for BGS’ southern estate and deputise for the Head of Estates. The post-holder will help to ensure that BGS’ southern estate meets modern H&S standards and that there is less disruption to the vital infrastructure needed to deliver its core science strategy. The decarbonisation aspect of the role is needed as BGS has pledged to heat decarbonised by 2030 and operationally Net Zero by 2040. Working across the organisation, the postholder will lead a programme of decarbonisation/net zero related projects across BGS, ensuring that we meet these important internal and government pledges.

About you

We are seeking a highly skilled professional with significant experience of estates management and a proven track record in project and programme management. You will have a deep understanding and capability in managing complex programmes and high-stakes projects, particularly those involving multiple workstreams. You will be able to navigate and delivering successful outcomes in environments characterised by uncertainty and change and excel in making informed decisions that drive projects forward.

Your expertise will enable you to mitigate ambiguity and provide clear direction to a team, even in challenging circumstances. You are an exceptional communicator, both verbally and in writing, with a demonstrated ability to present information clearly and persuasively to a diverse set of stakeholders. This includes the ability to effectively convey complex ideas and project statuses to internal stakeholders, from team members to senior leadership.

You must possess practical knowledge of estates management, preferably with experience of working in an educational or research setting. You will need to understand and address the unique challenges and requirements of managing physical resources in these environments.

Please note – you will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re-run security clearance as required during your employment.

Please refer to the specific essential and desirable skills criteria detailed on the careers portal.

How to apply

Applicants are required to include a CV and covering letter outlining their suitability for the role via the ‘Apply’ button above. We would stress the importance of this paperwork in our selection process.

A well thought through application providing evidence and examples of how you meet the advertised essential and desirable criteria for the post will be considered far more favourably than a generic covering letter and CV.

If you experience any issues applying for this role, please contact Recruitment@ukri.org.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 9 September 2024. Interviews are expected to be held in late September 2024 in Nottingham.

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