Project Manager (West Slope) Ref: 40770

Full-time considered up to a maximum of 1.0 FTE (37.5 hours) Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need).

Grade 7 starting at £38,249 to £45,413 per annum, pro rata if part time.

Contract Type

Permanent

About the role

The University of Sussex is seeking to make the appointment of a Project Manager to work within the Capital Projects Team on a major programme of work that will deliver new construction and infrastructure projects across the Campus.

The post holder will report to the Head of Capital Projects, working under broad direction to enable the post holder to manage their own work and that of their team members, to achieve their agreed objectives. The post holder is expected to work collaboratively across the University and with key stakeholders to deliver single team working that efficiently and effectively supports the achievement of those goals and objectives.

We are seeking an individual that has demonstrable project management experience of complex, phased development programmes in a comparable context with a value of £0.5m+. The Campus possesses very important, multifaceted stakeholder groups, therefore the role will suit an individual with excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills, and who is passionate about delivering complex facilities.

We are seeking an individual that has demonstrable commercial experience of Capital Construction projects with a value of £0.5m+.

About you

You will have the ability and experience to manage professional consultant and contractor teams delivering the physical and commercial performance of small to medium construction projects. You will be experienced in construction health & safety, building and infrastructure, site logistics and technical experience of problem solving on construction projects.

You will be a natural collaborator, with the ability to work cross functionally and at all levels, internally and externally, have excellent technical expertise and understanding of building systems, legislation and service requirements across a diverse portfolio of construction activities.

You will have a strong customer focussed approach and a positive and creative "can do" approach.

About our Division

The Estates, Facilities and Commercial Services Division is vibrant and dynamic. We are continuously adapting to change and needs of our Students, Faculty, Visitors, and Permanent staff to deliver a great service. You can see our presence all around campus and we work behind-the-scenes to ensure an on-site positive experience for all.

Among many projects over the last 5 years we have developed the East Slope, now we are developing the West Slope: a mix of student housing and spaces for learning, socialising, and student wellbeing services. We are also thrilled to be working on Sustainability Sussex. Our vision is clear. Our strategic goal is for this University to be one of the most sustainable universities in the world.

Please find further information regarding the division at Estates, Facilities and Commercial Services: University of Sussex

Our university is situated off the A27, next to the beautiful South Downs where you will enjoy everything that our 150-acre campus has to offer. We are accessible by public transport; Falmer train station is a five-minute walk to campus and several bus stops are located within campus. We also have dedicated cycling paths and encourage our staff to use these with our offering of a cycle to work scheme.

Sussex is a renowned, multi-accredited, research-led International University and this is only possible because of the people that work here. Whether you are a member of Faculty, part of a Professional Services team or a Student, it's our people that make us great and we want you to be part of that.

The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed in the UK.

Week Commencing 18 August 2025. In Person.

Expected Start Date

September 2025

Fixed Term Contract Duration

Not Applicable

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