Director of South Kensington Campus
Hard Services
Facilities Management (main)
Estates, Property
About the role
Imperial College London is seeking a visionary and dynamic leader to take on the role of Director of South Kensington. This is a pivotal position responsible for the strategic leadership and operational excellence of our flagship campus. The successful candidate will drive transformation, foster a sense of belonging, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, integrated facilities management services that support Imperial’s ambitious growth and research goals
What you would be doing
You will lead the planning, development, and delivery of facilities management services across the campus, overseeing a diverse portfolio including maintenance, property management, safety and security, cleaning, and grounds maintenance. Budget Management experience is vital as you will be accountable for a £10m operational budget and 340,000m² of estate, ensuring services are delivered to the highest standards of professionalism, customer satisfaction, and operational uptime.
You will champion a new Facilities Management strategy, embedding sustainability and value-for-money principles, while leveraging digital platforms and data analytics to optimise performance. Operating within a matrix model, you will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, lead multidisciplinary teams, and represent the campus in strategic forums. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping South Kensington into a campus of the future, aligned with Imperial’s values and strategic direction.
What we are looking for
- Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline; postgraduate management qualification desirable
- Substantial strategic and operational leadership experience in property and facilities management
- Proven ability to lead cultural change and embed customer-centric service excellence
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, sustainability practices, and FM performance management
- Experience managing large budgets and multidisciplinary teams
- Skilled in stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and strategic planning Familiarity with CAFM and BMS systems (e.g., Planon, Trend)
- Experience in higher education or complex multi-disciplinary environments
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion
- Ability to inspire and develop teams, with a focus on succession planning and professional growth
What we can offer you
- At Imperial, our values—respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation—guide everything we do. You’ll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, working on projects that directly contribute to the safety and wellbeing of our community.
- We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We particularly encourage interest from individuals who are underrepresented in our workforce.
- The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
- Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
- Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
- Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
- Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing
Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday, 31 August 2025
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