Project Officer Campus Development
£25,397 - £28,525 per annum
40 hours per week
Permanent
About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here.
About the Role
Campus Development is within the Estates, Sustainability and Environment Directorate, and is responsible for the strategic planning and development of Hartpury’s buildings and infrastructure.
• Assist the Assistant Director of Campus Development to deliver capital projects and the strategic maintenance plan for the Campus.
• Projects will be varied in size and nature and will need to be planned to be delivered alongside the dynamic range of activities that occur throughout the year across campus.
• Assist with developing project briefs, tenders and contract documentation as well as coordinating Project Teams and overseeing contractors when on site.
• You will maintain accurate documentation and financial records for projects and ensure estates data is up to date.
• You will work with colleagues to ensure Sustainability, Health and Safety are embedded in the delivery of projects.
About You
• The successful candidate will have the drive and passion to deliver outcomes that align with Hartpury’ s mission and culture.
• You will be looking for a role with variety and where no two days are the same.
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and keen to develop your client-side management skills across the full RIBA project lifecycle.
• You will have a degree or extensive experience in project management, construction, Property Management or a related field.
• You will be someone who enjoys working in a collaborative team environment and who has good stakeholder management skills.
• A good communicator, well organised and take initiative and responsibility.
• You will understand the importance of Health and Safety and Safeguarding in an educational environment and be comfortable supervising contractors to ensure value for money, quality and adherence to Hartpury policies.
We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:
• Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
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The closing date for receipt of applications is 8th June 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.