We are looking for a consultant with experience in: Feasibility studies and options appraisal The successful consultant will help us identify and assess potential future buildings for WYPW, undertake options appraisal work, support site visits and decision-making, and develop outline visuals and capital costings for a preferred option. This work will play a key role in shaping WYPW's future direction and informing future funding applications, including engagement with Arts Council England and The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Essential experience includes: Proven experience delivering feasibility studies and capital development projects Experience of building adaptation, refurbishment or redevelopment projects Strong understanding of creative production environments and technical spatial requirements Excellent report writing, analytical and project management skills Experience working collaboratively with boards, staff teams and external stakeholders Desirable: Experience working with artist studios, workshops or printmaking facilities Familiarity with Arts Council England and/or The National Lottery Heritage Fund processes Experience working with architects, planners, estate agents and local authorities The consultant will: Review existing project documentation with the Director and Board subgroup Identify and research suitable building options Organise and lead site visits with the WYPW team Develop an options appraisal and scoring framework Support selection of a preferred building option Undertake or commission a condition survey of the preferred building Produce visual material illustrating development potential Prepare outline capital costings and a risk register Produce a final feasibility report suitable for Board approval and future funding applications Total fee: £15,000 (inclusive of VAT and all expenses) Contract period: July – September 2026 Indicative commitment: approximately 15–20 working days The fee includes all consultant costs, travel, surveys, specialist input, visualisation work, meetings and associated expenses. How to Apply Please submit: A brief expression of interest outlining your relevant experience, proposed approach and one comparable project example A short CV Applications should not exceed four sides of A4 in total. Please send applications to: Dr Natalie Rudd, Director West Yorkshire Print Workshop Deadline: 5pm, Wednesday 10 June 2026 Shortlisted applicants will be contacted during the week commencing 15 June 2026. For an informal conversation about the opportunity, please contact [email protected]Job Summary
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Capital development and building adaptation projects
Arts, heritage, cultural or charitable organisations
Specialist creative production spaces and artist studios Job Requirements
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