Programme Manager – Senior Leadership Role | Water Sector
Location: Southern Water Region (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: Highly competitive, plus benefits
Contact: Aaron Taylor (Randstad)
Randstad is proud to be working with a leading organisation in the UK water sector to recruit an experienced Programme Manager. This is a key leadership position within the senior management team, offering the opportunity to drive project excellence, ensure operational success, and deliver critical infrastructure projects.
The Role:
You will take full ownership of project performance, overseeing a portfolio of work across construction, delivery, and commissioning phases. Reporting directly to the Pre-Construction Manager, you will lead teams through design, procurement, and execution to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards.
Key responsibilities include:
* Providing strategic leadership for project delivery, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
* Overseeing Construction and Delivery Leads, Site Managers, and contract teams to drive successful project outcomes.
* Managing project transitions from design through to construction and commissioning, ensuring seamless handovers.
* Driving a strong health and safety culture, ensuring compliance and proactive risk management.
* Leading client engagement, maintaining strong relationships, and identifying new business opportunities.
* Ensuring accurate forecasting, cost control, and commercial performance across projects.
* Championing best practices in project management, quality control, and delivery excellence.
* Supporting staff development, ensuring teams are equipped with the skills and training needed for success.
What We’re Looking For
This is a senior leadership role, requiring a results-driven individual with a track record of successfully managing complex infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have:
Essential:
* Extensive experience in project/programme management within the infrastructure or construction sector.
* A degree or equivalent qualification in a construction-related discipline.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate multidisciplinary teams.
* A strategic mindset with the ability to drive performance and commercial success.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
* A deep understanding of project management methodologies and best practices.
Desirable:
* Experience in water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
* APMP or equivalent project management certification.
* Chartered or near-chartered status in a relevant discipline.
* Familiarity with Primavera or Power Project software.
* Strong knowledge of construction health and safety standards.
If you are a driven leader looking to take on a pivotal role in a major water sector programme, we want to hear from you. Get in touch today to explore this exciting opportunity further.