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| Posted: | 24/11/25 | |
| Recruiter: | Lanesra Technical Recruitment | |
| Reference: | 3033429495 | |
| Type: | Permanent | |
| Disciplines: | Engineering | |
| Salary: | £110,000 - £115,000 Annual DOE, bonus, car and excellent bene | |
| Location: | Longthorpe, Cambridgeshire | |
| Description: | Position: Senior Programme Manager
Location: Peterborough with hybrid working available
Salary Guide: (Apply online only)k (Neg DOE), Car/Allowance, Bonus and excellent benefits package
Our Client: Is an integrated design and build solution provider operating in the water sector. They have over 1,000 staff working across eight regional centres, primarily supporting eight long term water sector frameworks operating both on their own and increasingly in joint ventures and alliances.
The Role: You will report directly to Alliance Delivery Director and will have accountability for leading a multidisciplinary team responsible for the delivery of a capital investment programme with a value of 500m- 750m over 5 years. You will be accountable for all aspects of delivery from project inception through design and construction to commissioning and handover of the finished asset. This role will be responsible for health, safety & wellbeing, financial and commercial performance, business plan related performances outcomes, all design and operational elements, development of people supporting the business and strategy development and its implementation.
Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of SHEA strategy, driving world class safety performance for the programme area Lead the development of the delivery strategy for the business unit, collaborating with AW operations and business planning team developing the AW Business Plan Outline and implement the business and delivery plans Create & promote a performance improvement culture Ensure successful delivery of each project and portfolio and ensure compliance to all performance criteria Work with the functional leaders within the Business Unit to ensure allocation and deployment of competent staff and operatives to deliver projects. Deliver growth targets in turnover, gainshare and programme pool, by portfolio Identify a delivery route to efficiency for all projects to achieve target Gain Share position Manage annual budgets, forecasts and financial controls Co-ordinate with the Business Unit Head of Commercial to ensure a suitable supply chain strategy is in place to provide the capacity and capability needed to deliver the programme Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across Anglian our suppliers and customers to safely deliver the programme to scope, schedule, cost and quality targets Drive the embedment of digital and innovation systems and process into the business.
Experience: Engineering, Construction or Quantity Surveyor or similar degree qualifications or equivalent experience Multi-disciplined construction experience Ability to prepare and implement a business plan Proven track record of positive client relationship through successful project delivery Achievement of project margins and budget objectives Achievement of improved safety performance Engaging and retaining high quality staff to achieve high performance levels. Proven history in effective programme management Financial awareness/budgetary management Proven experience of implementing change Commercial awareness with a track record of working with customers to realise business benefits Excellent written and communication skills Excellent Interpersonal skills Excellent collaborative skills with a proven track record of delivery Ability to influence a range of stakeholders including external groups Negotiating skills Broad understanding of the regulatory and operating environment Able translate technical knowledge to others Proven analytical and problem-solving skills for complex issues Drives continuous improvement of process and service
Package includes: A competitive salary Car/car allowance Bonus 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme Life Assurance, Health Insurance Private medical Insurance And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, kids pass etc.
Key Words: Project Manager Senior Project Manager Project Management Project Delivery Project Director Programme Manager Programme Management Project Execution Design & Build Construction Contracts Contractual Conditions of Contract NEC IChemE Water Industry Water Sector Water Treatment Wastewater Sewage Utilities Power Generation Power Sector Nuclear Energy Sector Energy from Waste Infrastructure Anaerobic Digestion Project Planning Risk Management AMP 7 AMP 8 Anglian Water Thames Water Veolia | |