Job Description

Programme Manager

6 Months - Contract

Warwick (2 days a week on site)

Are you an experienced Programme Manager looking to make a meaningful impact in the utilities industry? Our client is seeking a dynamic individual to lead the coordinated management and delivery of a group of related projects. This is your chance to drive strategic business objectives and deliver real benefits through effective programme governance!

What You'll Do:

As a Programme Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring alignment with organisational goals while overseeing a variety of exciting projects. Your key accountabilities will include:

Programme Planning and Governance: Develop and maintain an overarching programme plan that aligns individual projects with strategic objectives. Establish robust governance structures for seamless programme delivery.

Benefits Management: Define, track, and realise programme benefits, ensuring that all projects contribute effectively to desired outcomes.

Stakeholder Management: Identify and engage with key stakeholders, managing their expectations and maintaining clear communication at all levels.

Resource Coordination: Allocate and optimise resources across projects to maximise efficiency and resolve conflicts.

Risk and Issue Management: Oversee risk and issue management, implementing effective escalation and mitigation strategies.

Change Control: Manage changes impacting programme scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring proper approvals and communication.

Quality Assurance: Maintain consistent quality standards across projects, ensuring deliverables meet organisational requirements.

Reporting and Communication: Provide regular updates to senior management and the Programme Board on progress, risks, issues, and benefits realisation.

Leadership and Team Development: Lead and support project managers and teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

What You Bring:

To thrive in this role, you will need:

Proven experience managing and delivering complex programmes comprising multiple related projects.

A strong background in programme governance, benefits realisation, and strategic alignment.

Expertise in coordinating resources and managing risks and issues at the programme level.

Experience leading project managers and cross-functional teams.

Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills with senior management and executives.

Familiarity with programme and project management methodologies like PRINCE2 and MSP.

The ability to manage change and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.

Utilities industry experience is a plus!

Financial Control:

You will also have experience in managing and overseeing the overall programme budget. Your financial skills will ensure accurate forecasting, reporting, and the implementation of financial controls to optimise resource allocation and safeguard benefits.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking organisation that values your contributions.

Opportunity to lead impactful projects that shape the future of the utilities sector.

Engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, from project teams to senior management.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a passionate team, we want to hear from you! Apply now to become our client's Programme Manager and help shape the future of utilities!

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