Project Manager

The Project Manager is a new role reporting to the Capital Lead and forms part of an expansion of the Capital team following continued Trust growth. The Capital Lead is responsible for the management of the School Condition Allocation programme and oversight of our Estate Development plans., We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join the Trust to support the Capital Lead in the development and management of Wellsprings £200m estate.

As Project Manager you will support the day-to-day management of capital projects from their inception through to completion with oversight from the Capital Lead. Your role will involve working closely with school leaders to identify and scope capital projects, developing detailed project plans, securing necessary approvals, and managing the procurement process.

You will also oversee the appointment and management of external consultants, such as architects and engineers, and liaise with contractors to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Monitoring project progress, identifying potential risks and issues, and implementing effective project management methodologies will be key responsibilities.

The post-holder will also aid the Capital Lead and Estate Managers in ensuring all Wellspring assets comply with legal and regulatory standards, that policies and procedures are robust, environmentally conscious and that our Academies are safe places to learn, work and visit.

The Project Manager will be responsible for completing and developing key project documentation such as project initiation documents, financial appraisals, project programmes and risk registers. This will also include the delivery of project progress reports for the Capital Lead and Senior Leadership Team.

A focus of the Project Manager will be in the development of small works projects that are included within an Academy's Estate Development Plan (EDP's). These consist of a range of projects from toilet refurbishments through to LED upgrades and major refurbishments.

Relationships matter at Wellspring and excellent communication with a variety of stakeholders will be a cornerstone of your work. You will need to build strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including academy leaders, Estate Managers, pupils and senior management. Effective communication and conflict resolution skills will be essential to ensure smooth project delivery.

At Wellspring we aspire to create learning environments that are bright, vibrant and thoughtfully designed. It is imperative that we focus on curating an Estate that is not only fit for purpose today but for the future. Essential to the development of our Estate is our Capital Investment Programme led by a team of highly skilled Project Managers. Their work directly enhances learning and life experiences for pupils, colleagues and our communities.