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Play a crucial role in the ongoing transformation of the UK's most-visited museum
Overview
Salary
£35928
Location
Bloomsbury
Expires
Expires at anytime
The British Museum, the UK's most popular museum, is in the midst of an exciting period of change and will soon be hosting the renowned Bayeux Tapestry as part of a historic loan agreement. This position offers a unique opportunity to join this world-renowned institution as a Site Manager.
Role Summary
- Oversee the management and maintenance of the exhibition galleries and temporary display areas.
- Ensure the safety of site operations and manage risks related to construction activities.
- Facilitate effective communication between the Museum, consultants, and contractors.
Role Requirements
- Relevant degree or equivalent practical experience with IPAF, Forklift license, and First Aid qualifications.
- Experience managing construction projects with multi-disciplined teams.
- Skill in negotiation with external contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
- Solutions-focused approach with excellent communication skills and adaptable attitude.
Application Process Details
- Join the British Museum team for benefits such as 25-30 days annual leave plus 2.5 privilege days, a generous civil service pension, complimentary exhibition tickets, and more. Employees also have access to interest-free travel loans, rental deposit loans, and mental health support programs. We value a diverse and inclusive work environment where all voices are heard.
The British Museum is proud to be one of the world’s most visited museums, located in Camden, which in 2024 received 6.5 million visitors, more than any other museum in the UK. We are currently undergoing an extraordinary transformation, including the recent historic loan agreement for the Bayeux Tapestry to come to the British Museum for display.
The role: As a Site Manager, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining exhibition galleries and temporary display spaces. Your duties will include ensuring safe site operations, coordinating with colleagues and facilities management stakeholders, and managing risk associated with construction activity. You will also facilitate effectiveness in all construction activities, managing the flow of information between the Museum, consultants, and contractors.
Job requirements: The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant subject or equivalent practical experience, ideally with IPAF, Forklift licence, and First Aid qualifications. You should have experience managing construction projects involving multi-disciplined teams and working and negotiating with external contractors, consultants, and suppliers. A solutions-focused approach with excellent communication skills and an adaptable attitude is essential.
Benefits: Joining our team means being a part of a world-renowned institution where history, culture, and innovation come together. You will enjoy 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 days after long service) plus 2.5 privilege days, in addition to bank holidays. We offer a generous civil service pension scheme, complimentary exhibition tickets, free entry at paid national museum and gallery exhibitions, and discounts on gift shop purchases. Additional perks include interest-free travel loans, rental deposit loans, and an Employee Assistance Programme for mental health support.
Our Values: At the British Museum, our values include caring deeply, embracing the unknown, sparking curiosity, and valuing many voices. We strive to create a working environment where everyone feels heard and empowered.
