About the Role
Our Organic Growth team is driving plans to develop new schools and provide outstanding education to young people across our community. We are looking for a motivated and skilled Project Manager – Education to help bring these new schools to life, ensuring they open on time, to budget, and meet all regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the identification of potential new sites proactively and efficiently.
* Manage the establishment of new schools from purchase through to opening.
* Support the production of, and subsequently monitor, planning applications.
* Ensure all construction and refurbishments comply with the Building Safety Act.
* Ensure projects are managed to agreed timeframes and budgets.
* Build and establish a suitable contractor base to minimise project downtime and ensure adequate resourcing.
* Assess and procure all required works for new buildings, ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations, the Building Safety Act, and Independent Schools Standards.
* Work closely with education specialists to ensure all regulatory compliance (Ofsted, LA, etc.) is in place and schools open within scheduled timescales.
* Collaborate with the Estates Team to develop site maintenance schedules.
* Partner with the Commercial team to build relationships with LA commissioning teams, develop an understanding of demand for schools, and agree key commercial terms.
* Work closely with central functions to ensure resources are in place and marketing is informed of timing.
* Develop and maintain project plans and reporting documentation to ensure timely communication and successful delivery of assigned projects.
About You
* Post-project management qualification experience (all levels of qualification experience will be considered).
* Maintain an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of RICS requirements and all relevant legislation.
* Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills.
* Ability to think strategically, creatively, and under pressure.
* Highly organised with strong problem‑solving abilities.
* Confident working independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
* Experience in managing and delivering to budgets.
* Possess a full valid driving licence.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum, dependent upon experience.
Location: Home‑based – Nationwide. Travel is essential to this role.
Benefits: 30 days’ annual leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service), bank holidays, company pension scheme, life insurance (x2), employee discount scheme.
Equal Opportunity and Safeguarding
Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough referencing prior to appointment.
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