Background

The IED is a registered charity, based at a property called Courtleigh in Wiltshire.  The IED has owned the property since 1974, a Victorian mansion house set in 2 acres of land.  Some years ago the Trustees decided to realise the assets of the property and starting a project looking at how Courtleigh could be best utilised by the charity – and the decision made to apply for planning permission on a section of the grounds around the house. The process was drawn out and lengthy, but planning permission for the development of three houses was granted in April 2024, with the premise being that the land will be sold to a developer.

Moving forward

The Trustees are now in a position where they are seeking a project manager to move this project forward – the project requires some time and expertise to manage the various aspects of preparations for sale; liaising with legal, scoping and managing the various planning conditions, working with the land agent and, post-sale, liaising with the developers on issues such as conformation with planning conditions and potential further development and access to and refurbishment of land used for the build.

In addition to the above, the following is a short list of matters that the project manager would need to oversee:

• Draft and agree a project implementation plan in consultation with staff and Trustees
• Draw up and maintain a programme of works
• Draw up and maintain a risk register
• Draw up and maintain a decision register
• Manage sub consultants
• Monitor Project Courtleigh budget
• Prepare regular reports for Trustees and staff
• Review and advise on the governance of the project as it moves through the various phases

The Trustees are looking for an experienced project manager to work on a contract basis who has experience in the construction, highways design and planning fields, for around 1 or 2 days per week, for a period of time (to be determined). 

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact libby@ied.org.uk with details of your experience, qualifications and hourly charge rate by 22 November.