Director - Buildings and Estates

Job Title

Director - Buildings and Estates

Overview

The Buildings and Estates Department has responsibility for advising on, and contributing to, the development of the University's estates strategy, consistent with the wider University Strategic Plan and Objectives in teaching, learning, research and other activities; implementing estate components of planning decisions and the operational management of the University's land and property portfolio. It is a multi-disciplinary department providing a comprehensive estate planning and management service and a range of facilities support services, to ensure that the land and property assets are capable of supporting the academic and other business of the University, safely and effectively. Under the current university management structures, the appointee will be a member of the University Executive Committee. The Buildings and Estates Department will support the University Senior Management team in all aspects of estate planning and management. In particular, the Department are required to contribute to the University's strategic and corporate planning, with special focus on the physical environment and the physical resources strategy. This contribution is essential in the context of supporting the University's teaching, research, campus life services, sports facilities and other business activities.

Responsibilities

• The appointee will lead and oversee management of all aspects of the University's estate, its related resources and will lead in the provision of a physical support environment commensurate with the University's objectives and its mission of delivering excellence in teaching, research and associated commercial activity.
• The appointee will lead in the provision of long-term comprehensive and integrated physical resource planning for the University, its faculties and departments, and will lead in the creation of the basis for fully exploiting the potential of the University's physical resources.
• The appointee will lead, manage and be accountable for the efficient and effective provision of comprehensive client centred services for estate planning, management and facility support activities.
• The appointee will lead the delivery of university emerging Sustainability and Decarbonisation strategies in line with the 2030 and 2050 public sector targets. The appointee will be the University Climate Action and Sustainability Champion and the Energy Performance Officer.
• The appointee will manage the development and implementation of the Climate Action Plan and Estate Strategy and associated activities in respect to UL's property portfolio both existing and future developments.
• The appointee will lead efforts to obtain and maintain sustainability certifications and accreditations.
• The appointee will stay updated on industry trends, regulations and best practices in relation to sustainability and recommend appropriate actions to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
• The appointee will contribute to the University's strategic and corporate planning, with special focus on the physical environment and the physical resources strategy, and support the University Senior Management team in all aspects of estate planning and management.

Contract and Department

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Contract Type: Permanent

Additional Information

University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.

Enquiries and Application Details

Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to: Professor Shane Kilcommins, President, University of Limerick. Email:

The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 3rd July 2026. Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.

Please note your application must include: A letter of introduction and a current CV indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job description. A completed online application form. Please email if you experience any difficulties.

Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates. Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies

Many thanks for your interest in this role.

Contact Person : Competition Type : Academic

Contact Email : Job ID : 083289

Contact Number : Close Date : 03-Jul-:00