Your newpany
You will be joining a prestigious, high‑profile institution in central London, known for itsplex estate, historic buildings and vibrant programme of activity. The organisation operates a diverse property portfolio that includes specialist spaces, rehearsal and performance venues, and multiple listed buildings. With ambitious strategic projects underway, this role sits at the intersection of estates operations, financialernance, and capital development. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and stakeholders across the organisation to support transformative investment in the estate.
Your new role
As Estates and Project Finance Manager, you will play a critical role in the planning, financial oversight and delivery of major capital, refurbishment, and operational projects across the organisation’s estate. Reporting to the Capital Projects Director, this hybrid rolebines expert projecternance with financial management of the property portfolio.
Your responsibilities will include:Project & Capital Programme Management
1. Leading financial planning, modelling and risk reporting for all estates‑related capital and revenue budgets.
2. Overseeing projecternance, includingpliance, risk management and change control.
3. Acting as senior project lead on high‑value andplex capital projects.
4. Working closely with senior stakeholders and external consultants to ensure successful delivery.
5. Managing procurement processes in alignment with framework guidance.
6. Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget.
7. Coordinating project reporting, progress updates and financial forecasting.
8. Managing variations to contracts or statements of work.
9. Engaging and overseeing consultants, advisors and regulatory bodies as required.
Estate & Financial Management
10. Overseeing day‑to‑day financial management of the property portfolio.
11. Leading lifecycle planning, long‑term and short‑term capital modelling, and forecasting.
12. Developing the estates financial strategy in line with organisational priorities.
13. Managing financial aspects of supplier relationships and contract budgets.
14. Providing financial reporting and advice to support investment decisions.
15. Ensuring value for money, procurementpliance and strong cost control across estates operations.
16. Acting as the organisation’s key expert for allmercial and financial matters related to the estate.
This is a strategic, highly influential role requiring strong technical knowledge, excellent stakeholder engagement, and a confident grasp ofplex estates and project finance.
What you'll need to succeed
Essential:
17. Extensive experience leading high‑value,plex capital projects.
18. Strong understanding of mechanical & electrical systems, refurbishment processes and listed building constraints.
19. Advancedmunication, influencing and negotiation skills.
20. Excellent MS Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint abilities.
21. Ability to interpret structural drawings and M&E schematics.
22. Experience advising senior leadership teams and managing diverse stakeholder groups.
23. Strong financial planning, modelling and reporting capability.
24. Ability to multitask, problem‑solve and managepeting priorities.
25. Autocad Basic, Prince2 and a good general level of education (GCSEs or equivalent).
Desirable:
26. Experience working in Higher Education or similar environments.
27. Familiarity with RIBA stages.
Personal attributes:
28. Personable, collaborative and adaptable.
29. Strategic thinker with strong attention to detail.
30. Able to mediate between parties and build effective relationships at all levels.
31. Confident decision-maker with a flexible and proactive approach.
What you'll get in return
You will play a key part in shaping a major programme of capital development within a respected London institution. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high‑impact projects, influence strategic estates planning, and work closely with senior leaders.
In return, you’ll receive:
32. Apetitive salary and benefits package
33. Exposure to unique and high‑value capital projects
34. A collaborative working environment across a diverse, passionatemunity
35. Opportunities to develop your project, financial and technical expertise
36. The chance to make a long‑lasting impact on a significant London estate