Project Manager Aston University Main Campus Sponsorship Available

Aston University is seeking a talented and driven Project Manager to join its Estates & Capital Developments team based at its vibrant Main Campus. This pivotal role is ideal for an individual with an honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant subject area, or for someone who can demonstrate significant experience working in a construction environment within a project management capacity or similar field.

As a Project Manager at Aston University, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality estates and capital development projects that support the University's strategic vision. In return, you will benefit from working within a supportive and forward-thinking environment, where your expertise and leadership will directly contribute to enhancing the University's facilities and campus experience.

Sponsorship may be available for suitably qualified candidates requiring a Skilled Worker Visa.

Aston University is committed to becoming the UK's leading institution for students who aspire to excel in business and the professions. Through a combination of original research, enterprise, and inspiring teaching, the University delivers meaningful impact both locally and globally.

Welcoming students from over 120 countries, Aston University offers a safe and inclusive campus environment at the heart of Birmingham-one of the UK's most diverse and culturally rich cities. The vibrant location provides students with access to world-class cuisine, sporting events, music, and the performing arts.

As Aston University approaches its 130 th anniversary in 2025, it continues to build on a proud tradition of academic excellence and global engagement

Position: Project Manager

Salary: £46,735 to £55,755 per annum

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Birmingham

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Manager to join our small, friendly client-side estates team. The successful candidate will lead a variety of capital development, refurbishment, and infrastructure projects generally ranging from £50k to £3m per project on our city centre campus.

The successful candidate will manage a variety of redevelopment and refurbishment projects from conception and gathering the brief to ensuring a timely completion within budget - including new teaching spaces, agile work spaces, and research facilities of varying size and scope to fulfil the universities ambitious growth plans. You will be responsible for overseeing design teams and specifying smaller works yourself. Strong experience in construction project management, including team leadership and design/specification of small works, is essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Project and general IT literacy is also required. You'll be customer-focused, with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage stakeholder expectations effectively.

While remote work is supported, on-campus presence is expected around three days per week, depending on project needs.

• Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
• The role is offered as 'dynamic working', which means working both on campus and from home dependent on the activity.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
• Great family friendly policies.
• On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available

Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.

This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role. Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.

Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University's commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate's name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process.

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Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit:

We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.

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