At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage contracts for electrical services and ensure high standards across the university's estate.
- Company: Join the University of Birmingham, a leading global institution with a rich history.
- Benefits: Enjoy 40 days paid holiday, flexible working, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on campus facilities and enhance the student experience.
- Qualifications: Experience in contract management and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 36636 - 46049 £ per year.
Position Details
Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK
Full time starting salary is normally in the range £36,636 to £46,049 with potential progression once in post to £48,822
Grade: 7
Full Time, Permanent
Closing date: 4th January 2026
Our offer to you
People are at the heart of what we are and do. The University of Birmingham is proud to have been a part of the City of Birmingham and the wider region for over 100 years, and we are equally proud to be recognised as a leading global university. We want to attract talented people from across the city and beyond, support them to succeed, and celebrate their success.
We are committed to helping the people who work here to develop through our sector-leading Birmingham Professional programme which provides all professional services staff with development opportunities and the encouragement to reach their full potential. With almost 5,000 professional services jobs in a wide range of functions in Edgbaston and in our campus in Dubai, there are plenty of opportunities for you to be able to develop your career at the University.
We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what we are, and how we work.
Supporting our people to achieve a healthy work/life balance is important both to our employees and to the success of the University and, depending on the role, we offer a variety of flexible working arrangements. We therefore welcome discussions on all forms of flexible working.
In addition, you will receive a generous package of benefits including 40 days paid holiday a year, one paid day a year for volunteering, occupational sick pay, and a pension scheme. We also have three high quality subsidised day nurseries.
The University is situated in leafy Edgbaston and there are excellent transport links to our beautiful campus, including main bus routes and a train station on site. On campus we have a state-of-the-art sports centre with pool, shops, places to eat and drink, our own art gallery, museum and botanical gardens.
Background
The University of Birmingham Estates Division is responsible for both the master planning, operations and management of our extensive estate. Our team is made up of over 160 dedicated members of staff, including apprentices studying across a range of teams and disciplines: all striving to deliver on a 24/7 basis a world class university experience for the benefit of all students, staff, academics and visitors.
The University of Birmingham is on a journey to become a Top 50 Global University following a century of being one of the most successful and important Universities in the UK. The Estates Department has a strong focus on putting customer service at the heart of what we do, and making significant investments in maintaining our legacy buildings as well as continuing to invest in our capital programme.
Your role will be critical in ensuring the university is maintained to high standards for the University’s staff, students and visitors across our extensive building portfolio. After our students and staff, our physical estate is the largest single enabler for our world-class teaching and research and provides a fantastic student experience.
Our estate is large and varied covering 672 acres, with over 200 buildings of different ages, complexities, physical condition and use - ranging from grade 1 and 2 listed properties to brand new state of the art learning and research spaces.
We believe there is no such thing as a 'typical' member of University of Birmingham staff and that diversity in its many forms is a strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation and debate at the heart of University life. We are committed to proactively addressing the barriers experienced by some groups in our community and are proud to hold Athena SWAN, Race Equality Charter and Disability Confident accreditations.
We have an Equality Diversity and Inclusion Centre that focuses on continuously improving the University as a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We are also committed to sustainability, which is a key part of our strategy.
Contracts Officer (Electrical) - Estates - 106337 - Grade 7 employer: University of Birmingham
The University of Birmingham is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the development and well-being of its staff. With a commitment to diversity, flexible working arrangements, and a generous benefits package including 40 days of paid holiday, the university fosters an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Located in the picturesque Edgbaston area, employees enjoy access to state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant campus life, making it an ideal place for meaningful and rewarding employment.
