Programme Manager

Essential Employment; Southampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency is seeking a Programme Manager in Southampton to lead the planning and execution of programmes across Resident Services. The successful candidate will coordinate teams to ensure effective delivery and drive service innovation. Candidates should have strong programme management experience, particularly in public sector contexts. This is a full-time, temporary position offering £37.08 per hour.

Qualifications

• Strong background in programme or project management within a public sector.
• Understanding of operational logistics and environmental impact.
• Familiarity with compliance, enforcement, and public protection.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of programmes.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for effective delivery.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in service delivery.

Skills

Programme or project management

Operational logistics

Compliance and enforcement

Community engagement

Urban mobility and infrastructure

Job description

Programme Manager needed in Southampton Paying £37.08 per hr ref 5270022

Full time hours on a temporarybasis

Key Responsibilities: Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of programmes across Resident Services. Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure timely and effective delivery. Monitor programme performance, manage risks, and report on progress to senior leadership. Drive innovation and continuous improvement in service delivery.

Knowledge & Experience

• Strong background in programme or project management, ideally within a public sector or service delivery context.
• Waste, Fleet and City Services – understanding of operational logistics and environmental impact.
• Regulatory Services – familiarity with compliance, enforcement, and public protection.
• Leisure Services – insight into community engagement and wellbeing initiatives.
• Parking & Traffic Management – experience with urban mobility, infrastructure, and policy.