Regional Program Manager

OneSchool Global; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

OneSchool Global is seeking a Modernisation Programme Manager for a full-time, remote position with travel across the UK. This role involves leading the Campus Modernisation Programme, ensuring timely completion of projects while adhering to budget constraints. Successful candidates will have strong leadership skills, relevant qualifications, and experience in high-value projects within the building industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Staff laptop

Free breakfast and lunch

On-site parking

25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays

Workplace pension

Staff referral schemes

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience as a Programme Manager.
• Strong leadership and management qualifications.
• Exceptional organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and lead construction projects across the UK.
• Manage project lifecycles from conception to completion.
• Monitor and manage project expenses against budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Multitasking

Collaboration

Detail-Oriented

Education

Tertiary qualifications

Management qualifications like Prince2

Job description

Join to apply for the Regional Program Manager role at OneSchool Global.

OneSchool Global UK is part of a large international network of schools with 126 campuses across 20 countries.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Modernisation Programme Manager to join us on a full-time, two-year fixed-term basis. This role is remote with regular travel.

As the Modernisation Programme Manager, you will lead the Campus Modernisation Programme across the UK, reporting to the Regional Director of Operations. You should have strong leadership skills, relevant qualifications, and experience in delivering high-value, multi-disciplinary projects within the building industry.

Your leadership will enhance project governance, productivity, and encourage innovative thinking and continuous improvement.

About You

• Understand business priorities and your role within them.
• Lead project excellence and act as a trusted partner across functions.
• Deliver a positive colleague experience and maintain premises standards.
• Be detail-oriented, organized, and able to multitask.
• Balance leadership and followership, with energy and drive to exceed expectations.
• Build a strong network beyond your immediate team.
• Support your manager and project colleagues.
• Make values-based decisions that benefit colleagues and the business.
• Be proactive, enthusiastic, and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Be self-reliant, motivated, and solution-oriented.
• Learn quickly, work under pressure, and uphold integrity.
• Ensure project processes are followed and feedback is provided for improvements.
• Have exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Possess tertiary qualifications and/or 5+ years' experience as a Programme Manager, with management qualifications like Prince2.
• Operate efficiently and proactively in a busy, autonomous role.
• Effectively collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
• Foster a 'One Team' culture within the operation and wider UK business.
• Exemplify positive integrity and professionalism, maintaining effective relationships at all levels.
• Uphold the ethos and values of OneSchool Global.

We Offer

• Competitive salary, staff laptop, free breakfast and lunch, on-site parking.
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays.
• Workplace pension and staff referral schemes.
• Supportive community committed to improvement.
• Modern, well-equipped premises with advanced technology.
• Dedicated, high-standard team of professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Planning

• Plan, schedule, and lead multiple construction projects across the UK, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.
• Manage project lifecycles from conception to completion, establishing structured methodologies and governance.
• Implement agile change management processes to track and approve changes throughout projects.

Compliance & Risk

• Develop detailed construction strategies aligned with UK regulations.
• Maintain quality control and continuous improvement processes to meet standards and address nonconformities.
• Identify risks proactively and implement mitigation strategies.

Cost Control

• Monitor and manage project expenses against budgets.
• Analyze cost variations and implement corrective actions.

We are committed to safeguarding children and young people, with all posts subject to a safer recruitment process, including criminal record checks, online searches, and vetting.

If interested, contact Terry Arnett at [email address] for an informal discussion.

Closing date: Friday 27th June 2025. Early applications are encouraged as the vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is found.