John Buchanan

I am a highly experienced construction professional with over 18 years experience in the higher education sector.  I have worked on new schools, academy conversions, free schools and the Priority School Rebuilding Programme for various clients, including the Department for Education, local authorities, and individual and multi-academy trusts in the North West.

As Director of Capital Programmes, Estates and Facilities, my role is to ensure all aspects of the Trust’s estate, including upkeep, maintenance, refurbishment, new capital works, safeguarding, health and safety, and facilities management, comply with all statutory and regulatory requirements to ensure the Trust’s facilities are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.

My 12 years of experience working on projects within the retail sector has strengthened my belief that providing customer satisfaction and value for money is imperative in creating an effective, informed and efficient service.  This is fundamental in delivering the best possible environment for teaching and learning across the Trust’s estate, ensuring all students are provided with the best opportunities to develop their capabilities.