Performance Manager

Browne Construction; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Browne Group is seeking a talented Performance Manager to join our expanding team supporting major infrastructure programmes within the water sector. You will monitor, manage and improve performance across a portfolio of construction and engineering projects.

Working with clients, operations, planners and commercial teams, you will produce performance reporting, forecasts and management information, using Power BI and Excel to provide actionable insights.

Qualifications

• Experience in project, programme, performance, project controls or PMO management within construction, infrastructure, utilities or engineering environments.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with ability to interpret data and provide insights.
• Experience producing performance reports, dashboards, forecasts, and management information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI; experience with project planning tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of project controls, governance, resource planning and performance management principles.
• Familiarity with NEC contracts; CEMAR is advantageous.
• Relevant degree or project management qualification (PRINCE2, APM PMQ, PMP or equivalent) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, manage and improve project performance across a portfolio of infrastructure projects.
• Prepare performance reports, forecasts and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Support contract administration and change control processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across programme delivery.
• Collaborate with clients, operations and planning teams to ensure delivery against objectives.

Skills

PMO management

Data analysis

Reporting

Stakeholder management

Excel

Power BI

Primavera P6

MS Project

NEC contracts

Education

Degree or PM qualification

PRINCE2 / PMP / APM PMQ

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

We are looking for a talented and proactive Performance Manager to join our growing team supporting the delivery of major infrastructure programmes within the water sector. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in monitoring, managing, and improving project performance across a portfolio of construction and engineering projects.

As Performance Manager, you will be responsible for administering, analysing, and reporting on programme and project performance to ensure delivery against key objectives relating to cost, quality, programme, efficiency, and benefits realisation. Working closely with clients, operational teams, planners, commercial teams, and stakeholders, you will provide valuable insights through performance reporting, forecasting, project controls, resource planning, and governance activities. You will help drive continuous improvement across project delivery, support contract administration and change control processes, and contribute to the successful development and delivery of large-scale infrastructure programmes.

About Browne

Browne Group is a leading utilities contractor specialising in the water and civil engineering sectors. We deliver complex, sustainable solutions that enhance public infrastructure, improve network resilience, and reduce environmental impact. Our industry-leading digital approach to project management and quality control ensures consistent delivery to the highest standards.

Our expertise spans infrastructure, non-infrastructure, and maintenance services across the water and wastewater sectors. We deliver civil engineering works including pipelines, pumping stations and reservoirs; MEICA solutions covering mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation; and long-term maintenance programmes that support asset reliability and operational efficiency. This integrated capability enables us to meet diverse client needs across the full asset lifecycle.

Browne is a subsidiary of Renew Holdings plc, a leading UK Engineering Services business. The Group operates through independently branded subsidiaries across UK and European markets, delivering essential infrastructure maintenance and renewal through its highly skilled, directly employed workforce.

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:

• Experience in project, programme, performance, project controls, or PMO management within construction, infrastructure, utilities, or engineering environments.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Experience producing performance reports, dashboards, forecasts, and management information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI, with experience using project planning and scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.
• A proactive, organised, and solution-focused approach with strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of project controls, programme governance, resource planning, and performance management principles.
• Previous experience working within the water sector and familiarity with NEC contracts, CEMAR would be advantageous.
• A relevant degree or project management qualification (PRINCE2, APM PMQ, PMP or equivalent) is desirable.

This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation delivering essential infrastructure projects that make a real difference to communities and the environment. You'll work alongside experienced professionals on high-profile programmes, with opportunities to develop your skills, influence business performance, and contribute to continuous improvement across the organisation.

If you are passionate about data-driven decision making, programme performance, and delivering successful project outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

This role may also suit candidates with experience as a PMO Manager, Project Controls Manager, Project Controls Lead, or Senior PMO Analyst.

Browne is a Civil Engineering, MEICA and Utilities infrastructure business based in Southern England with revenues of £230m in 2025/26. It is a subsidiary of Renew Holdings plc, a leading UK Engineering Services business, performing a critical role in keeping the nation's infrastructure functioning efficiently and safely. The Group operates through independently branded subsidiaries across its chosen markets, delivering non-discretionary maintenance and renewal tasks through its highly skilled, directly employed workforce.

The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.