Programme Manager Construction/Fitout

Michael Page Property & Construction; England; Hybrid; GBP 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable organisation in the education sector seeks an experienced Programme Manager to lead modernisation projects across the UK. The successful candidate will oversee a small team, managing all aspects from project initiation to completion. A competitive salary of up to £90,000, company car, and a hybrid work environment are included in the offer.

Benefits

Company Car / Car Allowance

25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Hybrid / Flexible working

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Construction Programme Manager or equivalent.
• Experience managing a team of project managers.
• Proven experience leading large multimillion pound construction programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver refurbishment and modernisation projects.
• Manage a small team of Project Managers.
• Oversee delivery of projects from initial concept to completion.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project scheduling

Construction software knowledge

Stakeholder management

Understanding of JCT D&B contracts

Job description

Programme Manager with a background in construction / fitout to join a reputable organisation operating in the education sector. The successful candidate will lead on modernisation projects across their UK wide estate.

Client Details

An excellent client side opportunity for a Programme Manager (fit-out/construction) to join a not for profit organisation operating in the education sector. You will be responsible for delivering refurbishment/modernisation projects to their UK wide portfolio consisting of circa 25 sites.

Description

As the Modernisation Programme Manager, you will play a key role in driving and delivering on the organisations refurbishment and modernisation projects. Reporting directly into the Regional Director of Operations, you will display strong leadership skills, be qualified and have a proven background in the building industry for delivering arrange of high value multi disciplined projects against strategic objectives.

You manage a small team of Project Managers and oversee delivery of projects from initial concept through to final completion. You will be responsible for appointing contractors, implementing governance, overseeing contracts / financial aspects, cost control, stakeholder management, compliance / health & safety etc.

This is a hybrid role requiring travel to and from sites across the UK.

Profile

• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Construction Programme Manager or equivalent on complex multi-disciplinary projects (refurbishment, fitout, newbuild projects)
• Previous experience managing a team of project managers
• Proven experience leading, scheduling and implementation large multimillion pound construction programmes across multiple UK sites.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction strategies, project methodologies, documentation, governance and compliance.
• Strong understanding of construction software.
• Strong understanding of JCT D&B contracts.
• Good understanding of the building industry.
• Good understanding of Procurement and tender processes.

Job Offer

• Up to £90,000 annual salary
• Company Car / Car Allowance
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
• Workplace pension scheme
• Hybrid / Flexible working