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Senior Capital Projects ManagerPrestigious Art Gallery | Central London | 65,000 75,000 per annum | Permanent, Full-TimeMerrifield Consultants are delighted to be partnering with a world-renowned art gallery to recruit a Senior Capital Projects Manager. This is a unique opportunity to lead the delivery of high-profile capital projects within a prestigious cultural institution at the heart of Londons arts and heritage scene.This is a critical role for an experienced capital projects professional who thrives on leading complex developments, managing stakeholder expectations, and ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, compliance, and innovation.Role DetailsLocation: Central London (Hybrid working available)Salary: 65,000 75,000 per annum (depending on experience)Contract: Permanent, full-timeStart Date: As soon as possibleKey ResponsibilitiesLead the strategic planning and delivery of large-scale capital projects across the gallery estate.Contribute to the planning of the refurbishment of the estate including budget forecasting for the 5-year planning process.Achieve sign off through engaging the key stakeholders at the key RIBA stages throughout the lifespan of the projectCollaborate with internal departments, contractors, consultants and funders to ensure all stages of projects meet organisational and regulatory standards.Oversee procurement processes, project governance, and budgetary control.Manage construction activity on-site to ensure health, safety, and quality compliance.Deliver projects that reflect the gallerys mission, values, and architectural heritage.Person SpecificationProven experience managing high-value, complex capital or estate development projects.Strong working knowledge of UK construction law, planning regulations, and procurement frameworks.Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to communicate confidently across all levels.A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.Degree-qualified in construction, engineering, project management or a related field; professional membership (e.g. RICS, CIOB, APM) is desirable.Experience in the arts, heritage or not-for-profit sector is advantageous, though not essential.This is a rare chance to shape the future of a landmark institution, working within an environment that values creativity, history and public engagement.To apply, please submit your CV via Merrifield Consultants.We look forward to hearing from you.We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.