Heritage Building Project Manager
Full time, permanent
A L E X A N D R A PA L AC E , A L E X A N D R A PA L AC E WAY, LO N D O N , N 2 2 7AY • 02 0 8 36 5 2121 • ALEXANDRAPALACE.COM
A L E X A N D R A PA R K A N D PA L AC E C H A R ITA B L E TRU S T I S A R EG I S T E R E D C H A R IT Y • C H A R IT Y REG I S TR ATI O N N U M B E R: 2 819 91
ABOUT ALEXANDRA PARK AND PALACE
As a charity and the most prominent cultural destination and
park in North London, Alexandra Palace or Ally Pally as we’re
affectionately known, is 150 years old.
With environmental sustainability underpinning our future, the
next few years will see some incredibly exciting projects
delivered across the site.
In return for your hard work we offer:
- Generous annual leave allowance – 28 days plus bank holidays (inclusive of 4
Christmas closure days)
- Opportunity to enter a ballot for free event tickets
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- Discounts across our on-site catering units + more
Summer and Winter social parties
East Court Regeneration, 2018
Wire in the Sky, ongoing
ROLE DESCRIPTION
The Heritage Building Project Manager will support the Head of Property and Facilities in
delivering heritage repair, restoration, and regeneration projects at Alexandra Palace. The role
includes managing contractors, overseeing budgets, ensuring compliance with regulations, and
coordinating stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will have:
• Experience managing heritage building refurbishment, restoration and/or development
projects
• Strong project management, contractor management and stakeholder relationship
management skills
• Construction, engineering, building and/or heritage related qualifications
HOW TO APPLY
All applications and enquiries should be emailed to dan@venuerecruit.co.uk.
The closing date for applications is Friday 21st November 2025.
Venue Recruitment Solutions Ltd have been exclusively retained to manage the search and
recruitment process for the position of Heritage Building Project Manager, and we are
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therefore unable to accept CVs from any third-party agencies.
All CVs and expressions of interest received directly by Alexandra Palace will be forwarded to
Venue Recruitment Solutions for consideration.
Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to offer feedback to those not shortlisted for
interview.
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY
We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and encourage job applications from
people of all backgrounds. We strive to build a diverse and inclusive workforce that is
representative of our community and helps us to deliver more for our visitors. We particularly
encourage applications from candidates from ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with
disabilities.
Job Title
Heritage Building Project Manager
Department
Property and Facilities
Reports to
Head of Property and Facilities
Overall job
purpose
To support the successful delivery of maintenance and regeneration projects and
programmes at Alexandra Palace through a range of work streams and projects.
Key duties and
responsibilities
This role manages concurrent complex projects including subcontractor management
relating to the repair, restoration and creative re-use of the assets all with multiple
internal and external stakeholders. The postholder will be responsible for driving
positive and significant change and adding value across high priority and high-profile
areas across the estate and promote improvement and cost- effective working.
1. Working closely with Property and Facilities, AP wider teams and professional
external advisors to develop, coordinate and manage a range of capital and
revenue projects and work streams, including building restoration, repair and
renewal. Supporting other staff including Head and Deputy Head of Property on
planned and cyclical maintenance programmes.
2. To support the achievement of AP strategic objectives by acting as an
ambassador to ensure that the property and regeneration programme at AP is
communicated to and embedded fully within all internal and external
stakeholders. Management of any changes to scope and schedule, ensuring
effective communication with stakeholders and handling project risks and issues.
This includes weekly operational department meetings for updates and Estate
scheduling meetings for any alterations to works and their delivery.
3. Liaison with colleagues, working closely with Building Surveyor Trainee, to
ensure, where applicable, that all building services are included in the Planned
Maintenance regime, and arrange for the smooth execution of the works,
supervise works in progress to minimise nuisance, around any upcoming events
and achieve a high work standard and timely completion, and where applicable, to
meet all agreed Service Level Agreements, and agreed programmes.
4. Review of diagnostic and periodic inspections and surveys and preparing
specifications for repairs/renovations/renewals throughout the estate and building
and surround structures across Alexandra Palace.
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5. Ensuring that works are procured in line with APPCT’s Policy, deliver the best
possible design quality and value-for-money, and compliance with all relevant
legislation. Where required, supporting the achievement of essential consents
such as Planning, Listed Building, Conservation Area, Building Control, etc.
Preparation of specifications for and the procurement of external professional
contractors/advisors, including obtaining and interrogating cost estimates and
programmes for works and services. Reviewing and approving works certificates,
invoices, retention payments, etc.
6. Essential effective project management and monitoring performance of external
contractors/advisors in line with agreed budgets and programmes, including and
carrying out post-inspections of works.
7. Supporting the fundraising applications and dialogue with key stakeholders such as
Historic England and National Lottery Heritage Fund, Heritage England, Buildings
Preservation Trust as required.
8. Supporting the development of a comprehensive system of essential building
records and data for AP, and the completion of archiving of historic plans,
drawings, etc. Lead on the creation or commissioning of additional data, plans,
drawing, etc., to cover gaps in these records and data.
9. To promote and implement all of APPCT/APTL’s policies in all areas of work. To
undertake any other duties which are consistent with the basic objectives and/or
duties of the post.
Person
Specification
Essential
Education
Desirable
Relevant BTEC, HND, undergraduate
(BSc, BEng) or postgraduate (MSc, MEng)
qualification
Experience in undertaking feasibility
studies, business plans, appraisals etc. in
the built environment
Knowledge of restoration techniques
Experience on similar-sized restoration/
heritage sites
A genuine interest in heritage and culture
and the events industry
Skills/ experience in using MS Project;
Skills/ experience in using AutoCAD, GIS;
PRINCE 11/ RICS Project Management.
Experience
Proven experience in a similar role
preferably in a heritage setting.
Proven experience administering standard
construction contracts such as JCT, NEC,
or equivalent, including drafting, managing
variations, resolving disputes, and ensuring
compliance with contractual obligations
Demonstrable experience of developing
and influencing relationships with key
stakeholders
Hands-on experience in developing and
managing complex projects or
programmes in the built environment to
predefined budgets and timescales
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In-depth understanding of procurement
regulations, competitive tendering,
contractor selection, and value-for-money
assessment processes within public sector
and charitable trust frameworks
Delivery of capital projects using external
grant funding (eg. HLF, English Heritage,
etc)
A good understanding of UK historical
building vernacular and building and
restoration techniques
A good working knowledge of relevant
UK and EU policy and legislation in the
built environment eg. planning, CDM,
building control, conservation, etc
Skills and Knowledge
Ability to think strategically and act
pragmatically
Strong written and verbal communication
skills
Proactive in the management of time,
workload and priorities to meet deadlines
Strong influencing and negotiating skills,
coupled with a strong sense of curiosity
Ability to gather, analyse and present
complex information
Highly analytical with excellent attention
to detail
Customer focussed
Team player
Ability to work accurately to deadlines
Financial responsibilities
The post holder is responsible for monitoring financial performance of contracts, tracking
variations, approving interim payments, and ensuring final accounts are settled in line with
contractual terms. This includes collaborating on budget development and prioritisation of
works packages/deferred items, monitoring and authorising budgetary expenditure, and
preparing business plans and reports for the Executive and Board meeting and papers.
People management responsibilities
The post holder is responsible for coordinating with key internal staff and managing external
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contractors and professional consultants involved in the delivery of specific projects and
maintenance activities. This includes oversight of consultant performance, ensuring effective
collaboration, and maintaining delivery standards across all works
DEPARTMENT STRUCTURE
Head of Property and Facilities
Deputy Head of
Property
Chief Engineer
Heritage Building
Project Manager
Facilities
Coordinator
Mechanical Engineer
Electrician
Fabric Technican
Brick Masons
GENERAL OBLIGATIONS
i. Health and Safety
All employees have a legal duty to ensure the health and safety of people at work and members
of the public on site in accordance with H&S legislation and AP policy.
ii. Equality and Diversity
Alexandra Palace is committed to the fair treatment of all our staff. We are committed to
giving equal access to recruitment and selection, promotion and career development, training,
pay and benefits.
We will provide reasonable support to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process.
If you feel that you need any additional support or reasonable adjustments to take part in the
interview process, please contact the HR team
iii. Safeguarding
Demonstrate commitment to safeguarding of children, young people, and adults at risk.
iv. GDPR
To handle personal data in accordance with the organisation’s data protection policy and to
record all processing activities in the organisation’s data register where appropriate.
v. Sustainability
We are committed to a Sustainability strategy and policy, working towards finding new,
innovative, and economical ways to stay green
VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS
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We are Collaborative
We are Bold
We are Open and Genuine
We are Resourceful
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The Core Competency Framework
Each competency has an overall description. It is then broken down by level into “We will” and
“We won’t” indicators. This role is a level 3 (of 4) and therefore should be demonstrating
behaviours from level 1 to 4.
1. We are COLLABORATIVE
“We work as one team, sharing ideas, knowledge and insight to achieve our common purpose”
We Will
We Won’t
• Withhold information
• Cut others out of important discussions
• Think our work is more important than
that of other teams
• Be afraid to ask for help from other teams
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• Work closely as an SMT even when under
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• Actively share information and knowledge
pressure
across our teams
• Seek the opinions of other teams at the start
of projects and where work crosses over
• Arrive at meetings prepared and ready to
actively input
• Pro-actively support others – don’t wait to
be asked
• Get out of the office and talk to people
more
• Communicate more often using a range of
channels
2. We are BOLD
“We are bold and we embrace change – we constantly look for new opportunities and
innovative ways of doing things”
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other ways of working
• Continually evaluate processes, systems and
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• Actively research, benchmark and network
more often – keeping up to speed with new
trends
• Act as pioneers - pushing the boundaries in
innovative entertainment and experiences
• Encourage and enable the ideas of others by
demonstrating interest and excitement
• Actively support others through change
We Won’t
• Be afraid to try new ideas, push boundaries,
take risks and try new ways of working
• Take the safe short-term work arounds
• Be intimidated by a difficult and challenging
change
Ignore or dismiss other people’s ideas
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without exploring
• Assume the way it is done now is the right
way
• Create a culture where blame is tolerated
3. We are OPEN AND GENUINE
“We are inclusive and diverse - welcoming all through our doors. We are genuine - we do
what we say we will and do it in a way that is in line with our values.”
We Won’t
• Tolerate any exclusion or discrimination at
an individual or team level
• Forget to involve those I find it “harder” to
work with
• Act defensively
• Talk down to people
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• Act as a role model for others - treating
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everyone with respect and valuing their
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• Encourage the heart by knowing our people
and acting with kindness, empathy and
positive intent
• Do what I say I will – on time and to quality
• Act transparently
• Challenge and address behaviours when they
are out of line with our values
4. We are PASSIONATE & FUN
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“Our job is to put smiles on people’s faces, by being engaged and passionate about all that we
do. We deliver our purpose with fun and enjoyment”
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• Demonstrate visible energy and enthusiasm
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• Talk about and expect quality
• Bring more fun to our meetings and
internal events
We Won’t
• Lose heart when things go wrong
• Allow negative behaviours to go
unaddressed
• Focus on the positives and achievements
more often
• Encourage, inspire, develop and build
individuals and teams
• Address negativity through
encouragement, development, feedback
and coaching
5. We are RESOURCEFUL
“We use what we have creatively to get the best results possible, solving problems and
overcoming difficulties”
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• Engage with new stakeholders, experts,
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• Focus on reducing costs and waste,
improving use of all resources
partners and audiences
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We Won’t
Ignore waste and poor use of resources
across the organisation
• Solve problems that our team could solve
themselves
• Look for economies of scale across the
organisation
• Ensure value for money in everything we
do
• Create time and opportunities for
problems to be solved
• Encourage and coach my team to come up
with solutions
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