Programme & Team Manager

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Project Programme / Team Manager to coordinate diverse portfolio projects and ensure successful delivery aligned with strategic objectives. The role involves overseeing project teams, managing stakeholder expectations, and promoting best practices in project management. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a related field and relevant project management certifications, with proven leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading and managing project/programme teams.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, PRINCE2, PMI).
• Experience in delivering transformational projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple projects and programmes to ensure on-time, within-budget, and high-quality delivery.
• Mentor and develop a team of project managers and coordinators.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring financial control and cost-effective resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in project management, Business, Engineering, or related field

Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, MSP)

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

JIRA

Job description

Job Description

The Project Programme / Team Manager will be responsible for coordinating a diverse range of portfolio projects and other venue programmes, ensuring successful delivery in alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.

Programme Managers are experts in ensuring that project portfolios are executed and completed adhering to the agreed time, quality, scope, and costs parameters, with appropriate governance to manage interdependencies, risks, changes, and issues at both programme and project levels.

This role requires strong leadership, programme governance, and stakeholder management to drive efficiency, accountability, and high-quality outcomes. The successful candidate will oversee a team of project professionals and ensure that best practices are embedded within project design and execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Programme & Project Management:

• Oversee multiple projects and programmes to ensure on-time, within-budget, and high-quality delivery.
• Plan and design the programme (and/or highly complex / business-critical large-scale projects) and actively manage progress, resolve issues, and initiate corrective actions.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and resource allocation frameworks.
• Assess, monitor, and communicate risks, issues, and dependencies, implementing proactive mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with SEC governance frameworks and company policies.

Team Leadership & Development:

Mentor and develop a team of project managers and coordinators, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.

Assign roles and responsibilities within the team to maximize efficiency.

Provide training, guidance, and career development support to team members.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:

• Serve as the key point of contact for programming projects across campus, evaluating risks and opportunities.
• Facilitate communication between cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder expectations effectively.
• Prepare and present campus programme updates, reports, and recommendations to senior management.

Resource & Budget Management:

Manage project budgets, ensuring financial control and cost-effective resource allocation.

Collaborate with Senior Management to optimize resource utilization and forecast requirements.

Continuous Improvement & Best Practices:

Promote and embed best practices in project and programme management.

Identify process improvements and implement strategies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Stay updated on industry trends, tools, and methodologies to drive innovation.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in project management, Business, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, MSP, or equivalent).

Leadership or management certification is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

Proven experience in leading and managing project/programme teams.

Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, PRINCE2, PMI, etc.).

Excellent leadership and team management skills.

Experience in delivering transformational projects.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects/programmes simultaneously.

• Outstanding communication skills, capable of clearly presenting concepts and recommendations in verbal, written, and presentation formats to senior leaders and cross-functional audiences.

Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.

Financial acumen with experience in budget management.

Change management experience is essential.

Experience with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, JIRA).