Lead Programme Manager – OHL & Network Design

Iberdrola; Birkenhead; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A major utility company in Birkenhead seeks a Programme Manager (Lead Engineer) to oversee strategic programmes and lead a team of engineers. This role involves network design and stakeholder engagement to ensure timely project delivery while optimising for safety and quality. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career progression within a global organisation focused on renewable energy and sustainable development.

Benefits

Pension scheme with double contribution

36 days annual leave

Holiday purchase scheme

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Employee discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing teams to deliver complex initiatives.
• Strong project management skills with track record of delivering initiatives.
• Ability to manage competing priorities using sound engineering judgment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Senior Engineers to deliver high-quality network designs.
• Manage strategic programmes for OHL modernisation and storm resilience.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to ensure project delivery.

Skills

Project Management Methodology

Project / Program Management

Management Experience

Leadership Experience

Stakeholder Engagement

Commercial Awareness

Microsoft Project

Budgeting

Education

Engineering or project/program management background

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

A major utility company in Birkenhead seeks a Programme Manager (Lead Engineer) to oversee strategic programmes and lead a team of engineers. This role involves network design and stakeholder engagement to ensure timely project delivery while optimising for safety and quality. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career progression within a global organisation focused on renewable energy and sustainable development.