Programme Director

JAM Recruitment Ltd; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consultancy is looking for an experienced Programme Director to lead large-scale infrastructure programmes in sectors like defence and nuclear. In this hybrid role, you will manage the interface between clients and construction partners while providing governance and oversight. Candidates should have a strong track record in high-value projects and stakeholder engagement. Competitive remuneration package offered.

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering complex, high-value construction/infrastructure programmes (minimum 250m, ideally 1bn+).
• Experience on programs such as Crossrail, Hinkley Point C, or Thames Tideway is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver large-scale infrastructure programmes (defence and nuclear sectors) as a Programme Director.
• Act as the key interface between the client and construction partners to ensure successful delivery.
• Provide governance, risk management, and oversight across the programme; lead project controls.

Skills

Programme leadership

Governance and risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Contract management (NEC3/NEC4)

Job description

Overview

A global consultancy is seeking experienced Programme Directors to join its expanding team delivering major infrastructure programmes across sectors including civil infrastructure, data centres, defence, and energy. These specific permanent roles are available on a hybrid basis and will focus on huge infrastructure projects in the defence and nuclear sectors, working in partnership with clients to ensure successful programme delivery - you'll be acting as the key interface between the client and the construction partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver large-scale infrastructure programmes (defence and nuclear sectors) as a Programme Director.
• Act as the key interface between the client and construction partners to ensure successful delivery.
• Provide governance, risk management, and oversight across the programme; lead project controls and commercial/contract management (NEC3/NEC4).
• Engage stakeholders and manage complex environments to achieve project objectives.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering complex, high-value construction/infrastructure programmes (minimum 250m, ideally 1bn+).
• Experience on programs such as Crossrail, Hinkley Point C, or Thames Tideway is preferred.
• Deep experience in programme leadership, governance, risk management, project controls, commercial/contract management (NEC3/NEC4) and stakeholder engagement.

What we offer

In return, you\'ll join a world-class consultancy offering access to landmark projects and a truly competitive remuneration package - please ask for details.

How to apply

If you are ready to take on the challenge of shaping some of the UK\'s most significant infrastructure programmes as a Programme Director, please send through your CV by applying now.