Assistant Director of Estates & Major Projects
Rate: £800 - £1000 Daily Rate – DOE
Location: London / Hybrid
Contract Length: 6 Months Initially
We are seeking an exceptional Assistant Director of Estates & Major Projects to provide strategic leadership for a large and diverse estate within a complex, high-profile organisation.
This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering a long-term estates strategy that supports organisational growth, sustainability and operational excellence. Reporting to the executive leadership team, the Assistant Director of Estates & Major Projects will oversee the management, development and transformation of a significant property portfolio and infrastructure estate.
The Role
The Assistant Director of Estates & Major Projects will lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for estates strategy, capital development, facilities management, maintenance, sustainability and compliance. The role will ensure the estate supports organisational objectives while delivering safe, efficient and future-ready environments.
Key responsibilities include:
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Developing and delivering a strategic estates vision and long-term masterplan
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Leading major capital development programmes and infrastructure projects
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Overseeing the management of a large and complex operational estate
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Ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, health and safety standards, and sustainability targets
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Managing significant estates budgets and resources
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Building strong partnerships with senior stakeholders, external partners and suppliers
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Leading organisational initiatives relating to decarbonisation, sustainability and modernisation of the estate
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Driving continuous improvement across estates operations and service delivery
The Candidate
We are looking for an experienced estates & major projects leader with a strong track record of delivering strategic estates management within complex environments.
You will bring:
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Significant senior leadership experience in estates, property or facilities management
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Demonstrable success delivering major capital projects and estates transformation programmes
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Experience managing large multidisciplinary teams and significant budgets
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Strong commercial awareness and contract management expertise
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Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to operate effectively at executive and board level
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A strategic mindset combined with a pragmatic, delivery-focused approach
Experience within sectors such as higher education, healthcare, government, or large infrastructure environments would be highly advantageous.
Why Apply?
This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in shaping the future of a significant estate portfolio. The successful candidate will help drive innovation, sustainability and transformation while delivering environments that enable people and organisations to thrive.
For a confidential discussion or to express interest, please apply or contact us directly
