Join Our Team as a Project Manager - Education!
Location: Homebased - Nationwide Travel Required
Salary: Up to £42,000 Per Annum (Dependent on Experience)
Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Life Insurance x 2, Employee Discount Scheme
About Us
Welcome to Polaris, one of the UK's largest and most passionate communities of children's service providers! For over 30 years, we have been dedicated to improving the lives of young people through our independent fostering and adoption agencies, Leaving Care services, Residential, Education, and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community is committed to achieving the best outcomes for every child in our care, and we believe in the bright futures of our children, families, and staff.
What We Are Looking For
Are you an experienced Project Manager ready to make a real impact? Join our Organic Growth team and help us develop new schools that will provide outstanding education to young people across our community. We need a motivated and skilled Project Manager who can bring these new schools to life, ensuring they open on time, within budget, and meet all regulatory requirements.
If you’re passionate about delivering projects that truly make a difference and thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment, this could be the perfect next step in your career!
Key Responsibilities
* Identify potential new sites proactively and efficiently.
* Manage the establishment of new schools from purchase through to opening.
* Support the production and monitoring of planning applications.
* Ensure all construction and refurbishments comply with the Building Safety Act.
* Manage projects to agreed timeframes and budgets.
* Build and establish a suitable contractor base to minimize project downtime.
* Assess and procure all required works, ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations.
* Collaborate with education specialists to ensure regulatory compliance (Ofsted, LA, etc.) for timely school openings.
* Work alongside our Estates Team to develop site maintenance schedules.
* Engage with our Commercial team to build relationships with LA commissioning teams.
* Coordinate with central functions to ensure resources are in place and Marketing is informed of timelines.
* Develop and maintain project plans and reporting documentation for successful project delivery.
About You
* Post-Project Management qualification experience (all levels considered).
* Up-to-date knowledge of RICS requirements and relevant legislation.
* Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills.
* Ability to think strategically, creatively, and under pressure.
* Highly organized with strong problem-solving abilities.
* Confident working independently and collaboratively with stakeholders.
* Experience in managing and delivering projects within budget.
* Possess a full valid driving license.
Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will undergo enhanced DBS checks and thorough referencing prior to appointment.