Programme Manager

Aqua Consultants; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Aqua Consultants is seeking a Programme Manager to lead complex projects within the water sector. The successful candidate will oversee programme delivery, ensure strategic alignment, and build client relationships while promoting sustainability and digital transformation. Join a fast-growing organisation that values input and career development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

Company pension

Life assurance scheme (x4 salary)

Medicash Plan for health treatments

Refer a friend scheme

Employee assistance programme

Competitive annual leave

Training and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading large, complex programmes across multiple sectors.
• Strong leadership and strategic mindset.
• Expertise in stakeholder management and financial governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of strategic programmes, ensuring objectives are met.
• Directly manage Senior Project Managers and oversee multidisciplinary teams.
• Drive process optimisation initiatives to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Risk mitigation

Financial governance

Leadership

Communication

Resource optimisation

Education

NEC3/4 accreditation or similar certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Data visualisation tools

Job description

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Location: Remote, with regular client visits - Ideally Midlands based

Permanent full-time (40 hours)

Competitive salary plus benefits

We are seeking a Programme Manager with considerable experience of delivering projects within the water or other utility sectors to join an expanding team, and company. The successful person will oversee and drive the successful delivery of high-profile, complex programmes, ensuring strategic alignment, resource optimisation, and stakeholder satisfaction.

What else will the Programme Manager do:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of strategic programmes, ensuring objectives are met
• Define and manage programme governance structures
• Align programmes with organisational goals and client requirements
• Directly manage Senior Project Managers and oversee multidisciplinary teams
• Act as the primary point of contact for key clients and stakeholders
• Driving revenue
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Strategically allocate resources across projects, ensuring optimal utilisation
• Forecast resource needs and develop strategies to support long-term organisational growth.
• Monitor and report on programme performance, delivering data-driven insights
• Drive process optimisation initiatives to enhance efficiency and delivery excellence
• Champion the adoption of innovative tools, technologies, and methodologies
• Embed sustainability principles across programmes
• Support the organisation's digital transformation agenda

About you:

• Proven experience in leading large, complex programmes across multiple sectors
• Strong leadership capabilities with a strategic mindset and exceptional communication skills
• Expertise in stakeholder management, risk mitigation, and financial governance
• Proficiency in project and programme management tools, including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and advanced digital platforms
• NEC3/4 accreditation or similar certification
• Experience in the water, utilities, or infrastructure sectors
• Advanced knowledge of project dashboards and data visualisation tools

What we can offer you:

• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay and leave
• Company pension
• Life assurance scheme (x4 salary)
• Medicash Plan (includes cash payments towards dental, medical, therapeutic treatments) with the option to add up to 4 dependants
• Refer a friend scheme
• Employee assistance programme (access to GP appointments and mental health support)
• Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays
• Training and career progression opportunities

Why Aqua Consultants?

We are a fast growing organisation with highly experienced staff at the heart of everything we do. We offer more than just a day job - Aqua offers very competitive salaries and a great working environment. You'll be able to input into the development and growth of our business whilst we help you progress in your career.

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.