LONG TERM MAINTENANCE PROJECT MANAGER

Grade: UKRI Pay Band D/S2

Salary: £41,344 per annum

A great benefits package is offered including an outstanding pension scheme (with an extremely generous employer contribution – on average 27% of your pay), 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contract Type: Permanent

Full-time – 37 hours a week (some flexible working options may be available, however, significant on-site presence is a requirement of this role)

Location: BGS headquarters in Keyworth in Nottingham

Closing date: 5th February 2025

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a forward-thinking projects team within the British Geological Survey (BGS) Estates department.
As the Keyworth Long Term Maintenance Project Manager you will report directly to the Estates Project Manager and play a pivotal part in managing projects, collaborating with stakeholders, and driving initiatives that align with the organisation's sustainability and operational goals.
This position offers the chance to work on impactful projects within a supportive and values-driven environment, making a real difference in the management and development of BGS’s estate.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality projects within a collaborative and professional team, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Key duties and responsibilities

Responsible for the successful delivery of LTM projects
Oversee and manage the financial aspects of all assigned projects
Manage Condition Survey and Asset Change Process
Develop project specifications in consultation with stakeholders
Deliver a positive customer experience throughout all project phases
Oversee project delivery ensuring good project management and contract adherence is applied
Plan and supervise works to minimise disruption to scientific and operational activities
Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations liaising with internal and external experts as needed
Conduct regular physical project audits
Produce project reports and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) as required
Implement controls including risk management, quality management, financial reporting, and change control in line with departmental processes
Act as a positive ambassador for the Estates service and deliver exceptional customer service
Maintain clear communication with stakeholders
Other Estates and Facilities activities as required
Oversee daily project management activities, set project controls, design appropriate structures, and apply delivery methodologies
Coordinate the development of robust business cases for projects
Monitor and track project delivery within allocated budgets

Please note – you will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re-run security clearance as required during your employment.

The additional specific essential and desirable skills criteria for this post will be assessed at Shortlist (S) stage, interview (I) stage, or both (S&I).

Essential

Experience of project management in an Estates environment, or Buildings, Environment with Good Stakeholder Management (S&I)
Project Management qualifications, e.g. Agile APM, Prince 2 or equivalent qualification/experience (S)
Good Administration ability including a working knowledge of Mircosoft Office (S&I)
Ability to interpret, develop and alter simple technical drawings (S&I)
Ability to develop reports on project progress, project financial status and risk logs (S&I)
Experience of contract management including working to specifications in contracts, variation processes, governance processes (S&I)
You will be committed to a diverse and inclusive approach to work in the geosciences (S&I)

Desirable

Degree in either Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural, Environmental, or Sustainability, relevant apprenticeship or suitable experience (S&I)
Experience with condition surveys and building improvement\refurbishment projects (S&I)
Experience of working within a research environment (S&I)
Experience of Contactor Management (S&I)
CAD experience (S&I)

About us
The British Geological Survey (BGS) is an applied geoscience research centre that belongs to UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and is affiliated to the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). It is a world leading geological survey whose core mission is to advise government of science related to the subsurface and to undertake applied research to solve earth and environmental issues, both in the UK and globally. It is funded directly by UKRI, as well as through research grants and private sector contracts.

We strive to promote equality and diversity across our organisation in order to continuously improve our scientific and organisational efficiency. As such, we aim to have a workforce with employees from all backgrounds with people who are passionate about earth science and who share our dedication to work for the good of the environment and the benefit of society. BGS became a signatory of the Technician Commitment in July 2022.

How to apply
Applicants are required to include a CV and covering letter outlining their suitability for the role. We would stress the importance of this paperwork in our selection process.

A well thought through application providing evidence and examples of how you meet the advertised essential and desirable criteria for the post will be considered far more favourably than a generic covering letter and CV.

If you experience any issues applying for this role, please contact Recruitment@ukri.org.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 5 February 2025. Interviews are expected to be held in late February 2025 in Nottingham.

About The British Geological Survey (BGS)

The British Geological Survey (BGS) is an applied geoscience research centre that is part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and affiliated to the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). It is a world leading geological survey that provides a core science mission to inform government of science related to the subsurface and its interfaces and also undertakes applied research for solutions to earth and environmental processes, both in the UK and globally. It is funded directly by UKRI as well as through research grants and via private sector contracts.

BGS has an annual budget of approximately £60 million and employs 650 people. It has two main sites, a head office in Keyworth near Nottingham and the Lyell Centre, which is a joint collaboration with Heriot Watt University in Edinburgh. BGS works with more than 150 private sector organisations as well as having close links with 40 universities and sponsors approximately 100 PhD students each year.

How to Apply

Online applications only preferred for this role. Please submit your CV and a covering letter which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for BGS and the role you’re applying for. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded. Note that failure to address the above criteria or submit your application without a covering letter may result in your application not being considered. You will only be assessed on the content of your CV and covering letter and not the ‘experience’ section of the application.

About UKRI

UKRI launched in April 2018, UKRI is a non-departmental public body sponsored by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT).

Our organisation brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England, which is responsible for supporting research and knowledge exchange at higher education institutions in England, and the UK’s innovation agency, Innovate UK to create an independent organisation with a strong voice for research and innovation, and a vision to ensure the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation. More information can be found at www.ukri.org.

Choosing to come to work at UKRI means that you will have access to a whole host of benefits from a defined benefit pension scheme, excellent holiday entitlement, access to employee shopping/travel discounts and salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. For more details, visit Benefits of working at UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)

The role holder will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re-run security clearance as required during the course of employment.

How we support EDI in the workforce

At UKRI we believe that everyone has a right to be treated with dignity and respect, and to be provided with equal opportunities to flourish and succeed in an environment that enables them to do so. We also value diversity of thought and experience within inclusive groups, organisations and the wider community. For further information, please visit ‘How we support EDI in the workforce’

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As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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