Excalibur Academies Trust is seeking a proactive and experienced Estates Business Partner to join our central team. Reporting to the Director of Estates, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our Strategic Estates Plan, ensuring our schools provide safe, sustainable, and inspiring environments for learning., This is a hands‑on leadership role, combining strategic oversight with operational delivery. You will manage capital projects, oversee premises compliance, champion sustainability initiatives, and lead on estates‑related risk management across our 20‑school Trust.,
Responsibilities
* Capital Projects: Lead procurement and delivery of local capital projects, ensuring value for money and compliance.
* Premises Management: Monitor contractor performance, oversee site improvements, and ensure accurate asset records.
* Sustainability: Drive initiatives to reduce environmental impact, cut energy costs, and embed sustainable practices.
* Business Continuity & Risk: Implement and test recovery plans, manage facilities‑related risks, and support continuity planning.
* Health & Safety: Lead on H&S compliance across allocated schools, ensuring safe, accessible environments for all.
* Finance: Work closely with Trust finance teams to ensure budgets are met and procurement procedures followed.
* Leadership: Support and develop estates staff, identifying training needs and fostering professional growth.
Qualifications
* Extensive experience in Facilities Management and Project Management.
* Strong knowledge of Health & Safety policy and practices.
* Excellent ICT, communication, and organisational skills.
* Ability to build strong relationships with staff, contractors, and external partners.
* Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and confidentiality.
* Facilities Management qualification (Level 4 or above).
* NEBOSH Health & Safety Certificate.
* Experience across both primary and secondary education settings.
* Willingness to travel across Trust schools.
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