Space and Data Manager

University of the West of Scotland – Estates Services

Full time:  35 hours per week

Permanent

The University of West of Scotland are recruiting for a Space and Data Manager to join our Estates Services team. Within this unique role you will be responsible for the quality, accuracy, collation, upkeeping and availability of space related data for the entire Estate across all UWS campuses including the accurate maintenance and updating of the Digital twin Revit model to inform estate planning and reporting. As well as this the successful candidate will be responsible for managing the design and planning for space configurations and alternative uses of space.

The postholder will pro-actively build and maintain an up-to-date database of space and other property related information. In addition, use this information to help move towards a more sustainable estate, support culture change and deliver solutions to aid changes in growth and delivery. This role requires an individual who can work independently in a fast-paced environment and respond quickly to change to deliver best value for UWS.

The successful candidate would have the following qualifications and experience: 

• Educated to degree level in architecture, building surveying, interior design or other related discipline.
• Previous Experience in data analysis and data management.
• A working knowledge of managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage external contractors.
• An understanding of relevant computer programmes (EMR, Trac, CAD etc) and building Revit models.
• Possess excellent planning, reporting and presenting Skills. 

ABOUT US

The University of the West of Scotland is one of Scotland’s largest and most dynamic modern universities. Our reach across the country, together with our London campus, means that UWS is a significant force in global knowledge creation, innovation, and a leading provider of undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree education. Our degrees provide students with a transformational experience; equipping them with highly sought-after graduate skills that set them up for global success in world-leading sectors, industries and businesses.

With cutting-edge courses, modern pedagogy and practical knowledge, we enable our students and staff to experience the joy of learning, teaching, research and innovation, and apply their knowledge for the benefit of others.

UWS is officially ranked by Times Higher Education in the top 200 universities worldwide under 50 years old (2024 Young University Rankings)

Our professional services teams are the backbone of UWS, providing robust and innovative solutions to support the vast range of work across learning and teaching, and research and innovation. You will join a supportive and dedicated team, playing a key role in a range of work that will help drive forward our ambition to deliver world-leading research, and graduates who will design, shape and build a new future. 

We offer our staff a caring and supportive environment, across five campuses, and a competitive benefits package which includes: 

• 24 days of annual leave, plus a further 12 days for public/university holidays
• An additional days leave on your birthday
• Defined benefit contribution pension scheme (including death in service benefits upon joining the scheme  
• A flexible approach to working pattern and work-life balance
• Employee discount scheme across 3,500 retailers
• Fitness facilities across our campuses
• Access to a range of health and wellbeing resources, including occupational health, physiotherapy and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional, career and research development opportunities. 

Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 20^th October

Please note that the appointment will be made on the first point of the salary scale (unless by exception, where evidence would need to be provided).

The University reserves the right to shorten/extend the closing date of any position where a high/low volume of suitable applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, an early application would be encouraged.

You can find out more about how the University uses your personal data as part of the recruitment process by looking at the UWS HR Applicant Privacy Notice at www.uws.ac.uk

UWS are committed signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.

UWS is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups.

UWS is a “Disability Confident” employer.

University of the West of Scotland is a registered Scottish charity, no. SC002520

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