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 leading communities of children's service providers! For over 30 years, we've been dedicated to transforming 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. We believe in the potential of our children, young people, families, and staff, and we are ambitious for their futures.
What We Are Looking For
Are you an experienced Project Manager ready to make a real impact? We are seeking a motivated and skilled individual to join our Organic Growth team. In this pivotal role, you will drive our plans to develop new schools, ensuring they provide outstanding education to our young people.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment and are passionate about delivering projects that truly make a difference, 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 for new buildings, adhering to 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 excellent problem-solving abilities.
* Confident in 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, positively encouraging 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.