Programme Planning Consultant - Public Sector Transformation

Panoramic Associates Limted; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public-sector consultancy is seeking an experienced Programme Planning Consultant for a major highways transformation programme in South East England. This role involves managing a Microsoft Project master schedule, developing programme plans, and ensuring planning assurance for senior stakeholders. Candidates should have significant experience in program management, particularly in public sector contexts, and possess strong communication skills. The position is a 6-month initial contract with flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Expert-level capability in Microsoft Project.
• Background in public sector or infrastructure programmes preferred.
• Ability to bring structure to ambiguous situations.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a full Microsoft Project master schedule.
• Develop structured, dependency-driven programme plans and identify critical paths.
• Lead transition sequencing across multiple services.

Skills

MS Project capability

Strong communication skills

Experience with senior stakeholders

Job description

South East England – Negotiable – 2‑3 days in office per week

Panoramic Associates is currently working with a public‑sector client to appoint an experienced Programme Planning Consultant to lead structured programme planning for a major highways transformation programme and wider Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) agenda.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a full Microsoft Project master schedule.
• Develop structured, dependency‑driven programme plans and identify critical paths.
• Lead transition sequencing and integration planning across multiple services.
• Translate service‑level inputs into coherent, centralised programme plans.
• Map resources, risks, dependencies, and alternative delivery scenarios.
• Provide milestone‑driven planning assurance to senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Expert‑level MS Project capability.
• Background in complex programmes – public sector, infrastructure, or transformation preferred.
• Ability to bring structure and clarity to ambiguous situations and coach teams with varying programme maturity.
• Strong communication skills and experience working with senior stakeholders.

Next Steps

This is an initial 6‑month contract with potential for extension. The role requires 2‑3 days per week onsite, with the remainder remote. Interviews will be taking place shortly. If you’re interested in learning more, please apply via the advert.

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