Programme Director

SIEMENS ENERGY LIMITED; North East; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology company in the UK is seeking a Programme Director to manage comprehensive programs, including HV equipment and offshore systems. The ideal candidate should have experience with large category 'A' projects, strong project management, and leadership skills. This role involves ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to project timelines while driving innovative energy solutions. The position offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of energy technology.

Qualifications

• Extensive project management experience delivering large-scale or complex infrastructure projects.
• Experience with large category 'A' projects or multiple B or C projects.
• Strong understanding of Economics in project business.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-profile projects within Grid Solutions.
• Manage professional relationships with internal and external partners.
• Utilize risk measurement tools to assess risk factors.
• Oversee Contract, Change, and Claim responsibilities.
• Ensure effective communication within the project team.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

As Programme Director, you will report to the Head of Operations and manage a comprehensive programme of projects, including HV equipment, Onshore Substations, and Ancillary systems from design to commissioning. Experience with large category 'A' projects or multiple B or C projects in the transmission or offshore industry is essential, along with a proven track record of successful project delivery. In this senior role, you will manage customer expectations and ensure project satisfaction for both the customer and the business. You will also develop and implement strategies to enhance customer dedication and strengthen market position.

How You'll Make an Impact

1. Lead high-profile projects within Grid Solutions, ensuring adherence to stipulations and regulations.
2. Implement projects based on defined requirements (cost, time, functionality, safety, and quality) to ensure business success and customer satisfaction.
3. Manage professional relationships with internal and external partners and make timely decisions on open issues, advising Senior Management as needed.
4. Utilize risk measurement tools to identify and assess risk factors, developing strategies for mitigation and issue resolution.
5. Oversee Contract, Change, and Claim responsibilities, including contract formulation and collaboration on Change Requests.
6. Ensure effective communication and collaboration within the project team, while adhering to Siemens Project Management Plans and Business Conduct Guidelines.
7. Demonstrate leadership methodologies for personnel management, team development, motivation, and overcoming obstacles.
8. Possess a strong understanding of Economics in project business, particularly in monitoring and controlling financial aspects.
9. Utilize expertise in project management tools to implement efficient project organization, defining roles, responsibilities, and collaboration with customers and partners.
10. Have extensive project management experience delivering large-scale or multiple complex infrastructure projects, ideally within the transmission or offshore energy sectors.
11. Exhibit strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, guiding cross-functional teams and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external partners.
12. Show proven ability to manage contracts, change, and claims, including strategy development, risk mitigation, and legal compliance, while ensuring adherence to corporate governance and ethical practices.

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