This is an exciting time to join the University of Bedfordshire as we progress with our ‘Transforming Bedfordshire’ Strategy (Transforming Bedfordshire). Our new Deputy Director will be a pivotal player to deliver our vision of creating a vibrant, inclusive, ambitious academic community.

Our campuses are the core of what we do and who we are. They are where our talented students produce their innovative work, make meaningful connections personally and professionally, and find their individual style.  They are a hub for learning and a place to connect.

The Deputy Director of Estates – Maintenance & Capital Works is a senior leadership role with end-to-end accountability for the operational performance, statutory compliance, capital and revenue project delivery, risk management and strategic development of the University’s estate. The post holder operates as the single senior point of accountability for engineering maintenance, compliance and estates-led projects, exercising assurance, governance and delegated authority across their team and external consultants and contractors.

The role is strategic and assurance-focused, ensuring that maintenance delivery, capital and revenue projects, and compliance activities are robust, integrated, compliant and data-driven, while avoiding direct involvement in routine day-to-day task management.

We are seeking an exceptional candidate with a track record of delivering strategic maintenance, lifecycle works, reconfigurations and refurbishments across a similar diverse live environment. You will be adept at prioritising and providing an exceptional customer service all within budget. To be a success in the role, we are seeking an individual with outstanding stakeholder engagement and team leadership skills, and who is results focused and customer-centric in approach.

At the University of Bedfordshire, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and sustainable environment. We welcome applications from candidates who bring diverse perspectives and lived experiences, particularly those from underrepresented groups. If you are ready to lead change and make a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply.

The candidate briefing pack can be viewed at Uni of Bedfordshire – Deputy Director of Estates

For a confidential discussion please contact our advisors Michael Hewlett or Ben Duffill of The Management Recruitment Group at michael.hewlett@mrgglobal.com or ben.duffill@mrgglobal.com

Closing date for online applications is Sunday 19^th April 2026.

The Management Recruitment Group has been exclusively retained for this campaign. All direct and third-party applications will be forwarded to them.

This is an exciting time to join the University of Bedfordshire as we progress with our ‘Transforming Bedfordshire’ Strategy (Transforming Bedfordshire). Our new Engineering Maintenance Manager will be a pivotal player to deliver our vision of creating a vibrant, inclusive, ambitious academic community.

Our campuses are the core of what we do and who we are. They are where our talented students produce their innovative work, make meaningful connections personally and professionally, and find their individual style.  They are a hub for learning and a place to connect.

The Engineering Maintenance Manager is a key operational leadership role within Estates & Facilities, responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the University’s engineering systems, plant and building services across all campuses. The post holder provides day-to-day technical leadership, oversees the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance, and ensures robust statutory compliance across the estate.

Reporting to the Deputy Director of Estates – Maintenance & Capital Works, the role acts as the University’s principal engineering lead for operational decision-making, diagnosing complex technical issues, assuring contractor performance, and supporting project delivery through technical review and engineering oversight.

The post holder combines hands-on engineering expertise with team management, system optimisation and data-driven maintenance planning. They play a critical role in ensuring the estate supports teaching, research and professional services effectively, maintaining building performance, resilience, safety and user experience.  This role would suit individuals who have extensive experience in the management of 3^rd party suppliers to ensure efficient and effective delivery. Extensive contract management and commercial skills will be essential.

At the University of Bedfordshire, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and sustainable environment. We welcome applications from candidates who bring diverse perspectives and lived experiences, particularly those from underrepresented groups. If you are ready to lead change and make a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply.

The candidate briefing pack can be viewed at Uni of Bedfordshire – Engineering Maintenance Manager

For a confidential discussion please contact our advisors Michael Hewlett or Connor Humpage of The Management Recruitment Group at michael.hewlett@mrgglobal.com or connor.humpage@mrgglobal.com

Closing date for online applications is Sunday 19^th April 2026.

The Management Recruitment Group has been exclusively retained for this campaign. All direct and third-party applications will be forwarded to them.