Project Manager - Pensions - WFH/Hybrid
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The Head of Capital Projects will lead the delivery of a dynamic portfolio of capital projects across ZSLs two conservation zoo sites, overseeing an annual programme valued at 6-9 million.
This senior leadership role is key to shaping the future of ZSLs estate to better serve our mission: to restore wildlife and create a world where nature thrives . The postholder will ensure projects are strategically scoped, prioritised, and delivered to the highest professional standards, with a strong focus on sustainability, operational integration, and good governance.
Working closely with internal teams and external partners, the Head of Capital Projects will embed best-practice project delivery while enabling transformational change across ZSLs infrastructure, enhancing both animal care and visitor experience in support of global conservation outcomes.
Project Delivery: Lead the delivery of capital projects from RIBA Stage 2 to handover, managing budgets, risks and timelines.
Sustainability Focus: Champion sustainability, net zero goals, and whole-life costing in project design and delivery.
Develop supply chains with contractors and consultants.
Proven experience delivering capital projects in complex operational or heritage environments (e.g. cultural, educational, public realm or zoological settings).
Ability to lead and coordinate multiple capital projects simultaneously in a live, operational environment, while balancing competing demands and stakeholder priorities.
A relevant degree in architecture, engineering, surveying, construction or project management (or equivalent experience).
We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds and celebrate the value of having a team of employees with diverse skills, experiences, and heritage. ZSL has active equality networks for our staff with lived experience and those who provide active allyship in Race and Culture, Team Pride, Disability Network, and Menopause Network, complemented by our strategic EDI Steering Group.
Were ZSL, an international conservation charity. Through our unrivalled animal experts in our two zoos (London Zoo and Whipsnade Zoo), the work of our pioneering scientists, our dedicated conservationists, our purpose is to inspire, inform and empower people to stop wild animals going extinct. Our vision is a world where wildlife thrives and were working every day to achieve this. From investigating the health threats facing animals, to helping people and wildlife live alongside each other, we are committed to bringing wildlife back from the brink of extinction.
Our vision and purpose - youll work alongside colleagues who are passionate about science-led conservation, knowing that you will help us to inspire, inform and empower people to stop wildlife going extinct
Pension scheme - we offer a generous pension scheme with up to 12% contributory pension
Flexible working - talk to us about your flexible working requirements and we will do everything we can to make sure you work in a way that suits you
Holidays - 25 days annual leave allowance, plus UK bank holidays
Wellbeing - access to a blended programme of wellbeing initiatives, including confidential access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Life assurance - eligible employees will be enrolled in ZSLs life assurance scheme from their first day
Complimentary tickets - annual allocation of Whipsnade Zoo and London Zoo tickets, with a 30% discount in online and retail shops
Cycle2Work - our cycle to work scheme enables you to lease a bicycle
Season ticket loan - we offer an interest free loan for eligibly London-based employees to buy a season ticket for travel between home and work
Family friendly policies - we offer enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption packages
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Employment type Full-time
Job function Management and Project Management
Industries Non-profit Organizations
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- Job Type:
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