Programme Manager

Trevett Project Services; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 67,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Trevett Services is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead major construction and estates programmes across the South Coast estate. The role requires overseeing budget, schedule, and performance across complex projects in defence and maritime sectors.

Based in Portsmouth and Gosport with hybrid working (3 days on site), you will manage multiple projects, engage stakeholders, and ensure compliance with CDM regulations and contract terms.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Construction Project or Programme Management from inception to completion.
• Background in construction, civil engineering, infrastructure or M&E projects.
• Excellent knowledge of NEC contracts and construction procurement methods.
• Strong understanding of CDM Regulations with client-side experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, contractors and stakeholders.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Relevant construction degree and/or professional qualifications (APM/PRINCE2/Chartered) desirable.
• Must be eligible to obtain SC Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver major construction and estates programmes end-to-end.
• Oversee multiple projects including building works, civil engineering and M&E.
• Manage programme budgets, schedules, risks and performance.
• Develop relationships with clients, contractors and stakeholders.
• Lead resources and delivery teams across projects.
• Ensure CDM compliance and health and safety standards.
• Oversee procurement and contract management.
• Produce monthly progress reports for senior stakeholders.
• Ensure programmes are delivered on time and within budget.

Skills

Programme management

Construction management

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Contract management

Education

Construction degree

APM/PRINCE2 or Chartered status

Tools

NEC contracts

Contract procurement methods

Job description

Programme Manager – Construction & Estates

Location: Portsmouth / Gosport, Hampshire

Salary: £66,825 – £74,250 DOE + Benefits

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days per week on site

Hours: 37 hours per week

Trevett Services are working with a leading UK defence, engineering and technology organisation to recruit an experienced Programme Manager to oversee major construction and infrastructure programmes across their South Coast estate.

You will be responsible for leading and delivering a portfolio of construction, civil engineering, mechanical and electrical projects across complex, highly technical environments, ensuring successful delivery against programme, budget and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver major construction and estates programmes from inception through to completion.
• Oversee multiple projects involving building works, civil engineering and M&E installations.
• Manage programme budgets, schedules, risks and performance.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors and key stakeholders.
• Manage programme priorities, resources and project delivery teams.
• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations, health & safety standards and contractual requirements.
• Oversee construction procurement and contract management.
• Produce monthly progress reports and provide updates to senior stakeholders.
• Ensure programmes are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

What We're Looking For

• Extensive experience in Construction Project or Programme Management, delivering complex projects from inception to completion.
• Strong background in construction, civil engineering, infrastructure or M&E projects.
• Excellent knowledge of NEC contracts and construction procurement methods.
• Strong understanding of CDM Regulations, with previous experience acting in a client-side capacity.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, contractors and stakeholders.
• Excellent leadership, communication and programme management skills.
• Relevant construction degree, APM, PRINCE2 or Chartered status desirable.
• Must be eligible to obtain SC Security Clearance.

The Opportunity

A permanent opportunity offering £66,825 – £74,250 depending on experience, plus benefits, working for a leading organisation delivering specialist construction and infrastructure programmes within the defence and maritime sectors.

The role is based across Portsmouth and Gosport, with hybrid working requiring an average of 3 days per week on site. Travel to other UK locations may be required