Capital Projects Manager

Capital Projects Manager

Reference: SCCG2970B | Closing Date: 22/02/2026 | Interview Date: 03/03/2026

Salary: £48,331 - £52,977. Incremental progression throughout the band is available.

Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31^st March 2029 | Hours per Week: 36 | Location: Frontier House with travel required across various sites

Join a team that’s shaping the future of Salford City College.

Join Salford City College Group at an exciting time of development and transformation. We’re investing in our estate and our Estates and Capital Team, and are seeking a passionate and motivated Capital Projects Manager to lead the delivery of the College’s capital programme.

As a Capital Projects Manager you will oversee all construction and estates-related projects. This pivotal role will manage a diverse portfolio, from large-scale capital developments to smaller improvement projects, by ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, senior management, and external consultants to deliver high-quality outcomes that support the College’s strategic ambitions. The role requires strong project management expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships while driving progress and innovation.

Working with the Head of Estates and Capital, you will also contribute to the coordination of the wider capital programme, the preparation of the rolling five-year plan, and the ongoing development of the College’s estates and capital strategy. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive professional to play a key role in shaping the future of the College’s built environment and infrastructure, ensuring it continues to provide an inspiring, safe, and sustainable setting for students and staff alike.

How to Apply

For more information and to apply for this job, please complete the registration and online application form via our website.

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please email HR@salfordcc.ac.uk.

Reason to Join Us:

• We have Generous Terms and Conditions (Sixth Form College’s Association style terms and conditions) including 40 days annual leave entitlement (including bank holidays)
• We have a 2:30pm finish on Fridays, Free on-site parking and various health and wellbeing resources and benefit schemes including three Staff Wellbeing days per year.
• We offer automatic enrolment to the Local Government Pension Scheme with 20.70% employer pension contribution.
• Our College is an incredible community, there is a lot that staff and their families can get involved with.
• We have family friendly policies and we are happy to talk about flexible working.
• We invest in our people and offer a range of training & career opportunities for all staff.
• We have an amazing Staff Benefits Package with discounts and savings for supermarkets, petrol, high-street retailers, holidays, cinemas and other leisure.
• Our shared purpose: We believe in the value of education for a successful future and we want the best for our learners and our staff.
• Our core values are at the heart of everything we do. Staff and students behave with respect, integrity and kindness.
• 94% of staff are proud to work at the College.

Commitment to Safeguarding

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as part of our safeguarding commitment we undertake DBS checks as part of our pre-employment procedures on all potential new employees.

The College is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with military experience whose unique skills and perspectives are highly valued.