Nottingham Trent University-Capital Project Manager

Nottingham Trent University-Capital Project Manager

Capital Project Manager Cand i da te I nforma t i on Pack

Contents Page

3 Introduction 4 Nottingham Trent University

6 Estates

13 Application process

8 The role

12 Working at NTU

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Introduction

NottinghamTrent University is seeking to appoint a Capital Project Manager to play a leading role in the delivery of its estates capital programme.

We’re creating the University of the future. A university that opens its arms to all, challenges conventions, and enriches the world around us. We empower our students to take control of their learning, and, through our industry-focused courses, we enable them to experience life beyond the lecture hall. We do the right thing for our people, our communities and our environment. We collaborate with the world’s brightest minds to push boundaries, disrupt the status quo, and transform lives. The Capital Project Manager will lead a diverse spectrum of capital projects across the University’s three main campuses and wider estate portfolio. You will lead on all stages of the project lifecycle, with projects ranging from small scale refurbishment and fit-outs projects through to major projects to deliver campus redevelopments and new buildings. The University has ambitious investment plans, with a capital programme currently running at c. £40m investment every year, therefore the appointed candidate will get the chance to manage a varied and challenging portfolio of projects. We are seeking a candidate that has a proven track record of leading a diverse range of refurbishment and new build projects in the £100k to £10m value range. You will enjoy working on varied projects, and will thrive working on smaller, fast-track projects as well as major redevelopment and new build schemes. Experience and knowledge of all stages of the project process, as well as experience and knowledge of commercial and contractual aspects in the successful delivery of projects, are essential. You will have excellent interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach, and be adept at stakeholder management.

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Nottingham Trent University

We are creating the University of the future.

A university that opens its arms to all, challenges conventions, and enriches the world around us. We empower our students to take control of their learning and, through our industry-focused courses, we enable them to experience life beyond the lecture hall. We do the right thing for our people, our communities and our environment. We collaborate with the world’s brightest minds to push boundaries, disrupt the status quo, and transform lives.

Read about the six key strategies of University, reimagined below.

Creating Opportunity

Ambition Through pursuing personalisation of student

experience above and beyond expectations, every student has the potential to develop the knowledge, skills and resilience they seek to create meaning and purpose in their lives. Our global community of lifelong learners has access to flexible courses of equal quality to our celebrated campus provision. Our delivery of social mobility through parity of outcomes has bestowed international recognition.

Valuing Ideas

Ambition We have defined, resourced, and promoted a compelling portfolio of world-class research and innovation. We have created new ways for collaborators to share in the spirit of creativity and curiosity that characterises our research, scholarship, and practice.

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Enriching Society

Ambition We are a widely acknowledged force for good in economic, social and cultural development. We collaborate with those who like us want to address the key challenges of our times and our places.

Embracing Sustainability

Ambition We have curated an intergenerational conversation with our students, colleagues, and stakeholders and are recognised as the most environmentally responsible University in the UK.

Connecting Globally

Ambition We have gained renown for our truly global perspective. We are not restricted by borders or boundaries. We work together to deepen and share our insights and understanding of our world for the benefit of the planet and all its inhabitants.

Empowering People

Ambition Distinctive and disruptive, we have empowered people to do the right thing. We have been bold in exploring unfamiliar paths and pursuing novel solutions.

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Estates

Creating environments that inspire

Nottingham Trent University is transforming its learning and teaching environment. We’re creating inspiring and innovative spaces with world-class facilities. Over the past 10 years, we’ve invested £350 million across all our campuses. Sustainability is high on our agenda and is fully embedded into our building projects. In fact, we’re one of the most sustainable universities in the world. We’re creating world-class campuses full of green buildings and green spaces. We’re

challenging ourselves to lead by example.

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We’ve got campuses across Nottinghamshire, each uniquely developed to the needs of our student community. There’s our central City Campus in the bustling heart of Nottingham, the idyllic countryside estate of Brackenhurst, and our dedicated student village at the Clifton Campus. Not to mention Confetti in the city’s creative quarter and NTU in Mansfield.

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Job Role

Salary:

Up to £60,000 p.a. inclusive of a market supplement

Contract:

Permanent contract, subject to a probationary period of six months

Hours:

Full-time position (37 hours per week). Alternative working patterns may be considered.

Location:

Nottingham. Flexible working options available.

Holiday:

35 days + Bank Holidays and University closure days

Job purpose:

To provide a complete project management service from inception and completion of building projects including new build, alterations, and refurbishment. The post holder will be required to take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of projects directly (on smaller projects) or through coordination of a consultant project managers (on large projects).

Principal duties and responsibilities: The role will encompass all of the following, but the balance of duties and responsibilities will be determined in discussion with the post holder’s line manager:

Principal Duties:

1. Manage projects in accordance with the Estates Project Deliver System (EPDS) and NTU policies at all times. 2. Take and develop effective Briefs for projects including all stakeholder requirements. 3. Undertake Options Studies and Feasibility Studies to inform Business Cases and obtain approvals to proceed. 4. Establish project plans and programmes from inception to completion, taking account of all aspects of projects. Monitor and update plans and programmes throughout the life of the project. 5. Establish a suitable project team including the appointment of relevant consultants and manage project teams including the appointment of the necessary consultants in accordance with NTU procurement policies. 6. Act as the interface between the project team and NTU in connection with all matters associated with the project including organising and managing all internal stakeholder engagement. 7. Lead NTU Soft Landings Framework on projects and ensure all liaison takes places as set out therein. 8. Manage the production of designs, specifications, and other information as necessary for tendering and the construction of the project.

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9. Ensure all aspects of the projects are sufficiently designed, detailed, and documented to meet all relevant NTU standards and requirements, current legislation, and health and safety standards. 10. In accordance with NTU procurement policies and procedures, prepare and obtain tenders or quotes, as necessary. 11.Manage the preparation of budgets and cost plans. Ensure adequate cost control measures are in place and provide and regular budget updates. 12.Monitor project programmes and provide regular updates on progress and delays, including comparing planned and actual cash flow. 13. Identify project risks and agree and manage appropriate mitigation measures. 14. Ensure high standards of quality are achieved on every project. 15.Monitor the performance of the contractor and professional team and agree and implement corrective action where required. 16.Manage and undertake where necessary inspection of standards of workmanship and materials to ensure compliance with drawings and specifications. 17. Ensure all projects are fully commissioned prior to Practical Completion and the Health and Safety File, as-built drawings, operating, and maintenance manuals are completed and signed off internally and guarantees etc are provided. 18. Ensure effective and smooth handover of buildings to end-users and Estates Operations including induction training for the end users and maintenance staff. 19. Arrange and oversee the migration of end users into the new building/spaces. 20. Participate in Post Project Reviews and Post Occupancy Evaluations on projects.

N.B. The post-holder may be required to undertake any other duties which may reasonably be required as within the nature of the duties and responsibilities of the post as defined, subject to the proviso that normally any changes of a permanent nature shall be incorporated into the job description in specific terms.

Supervision Received: Supervision Given:

The post holder reports directly to the Senior Project Manager.

None

Contacts:

University Staff including End Users, Estates colleagues, Digital Services and Procurement Officers of the Local Authority and other statutory bodies

Consultants Contractors

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Person Specifications

Attributes

Essential

Desirable

Knowledge

IT literate including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.

Knowledge of the planning process.

An in-depth knowledge of the RIBA Stages in the design and construction of projects.

Understanding of current environmental and sustainability issues including BREEAM Assessments and SKA Rating. An understanding of Project Management Systems.

An understanding of the roles and responsibilities of all participants in a construction projects.

Good understanding of Planning, Building Regulations and Health & Safety legislation.

A working knowledge of various forms of building contact including NEC and JCT.

Skills

Confidence to manage complex projects with strict financial limits delivered to tight timescales.

Ability to take a project from concept to completion with minimal supervision.

Have a good understanding of the Client/ Consultant liaison process.

Ability to plan projects, produce project programmes and analyse contractor’s programmes.

The ability to prioritise work and make decisions.

The ability to produce concise and accurate management reports.

Flexible approach to solving construction related problems.

Courteous, self-motivated, and able to work within a team.

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Experience

Significant experience in the successful management of new build, alterations, and refurbishment projects from £100k to over £10m construction value in a lead or assisting role within a team.

Working on projects with low carbon emissions and are highly sustainable.

Working on projects in a campus environment.

Working in a complex multi-discipline environment.

Coordinating multiple internal and external stakeholders on projects.

The planning and management of major moves.

Qualifications

Qualified to degree level in a recognised building discipline.

Full Membership of a relevant Professional Body (e.g., RICS, CIOB).

Working towards full membership of a relevant Professional Body (e.g., RICS, CIOB).

Competencies

Essential Competencies

Desirable Competencies

Team working (Level 2) Contributes to team development, seeking and testing improvements to the team’s outputs/service within the team. Challenges colleagues. Customer Focus (Level 2) Works to identify customer needs. Seeks feedback and develops ser- vice delivery accordingly. Influences and develops ideas to enhance customer satisfaction. Communicating and influencing (Level 3) Communicates effectively with a wide range of diverse internal and external stakeholders, influencing and negotiating change. Networks internally to keep ahead of developments. Making informed decisions (Level 2) Uses analyses, reports, and >Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14

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