Senior Programme Manager

Civic Recruitment Limited; Haverfordwest; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly pay

High-profile projects

3-Month Contract

Job summary

Pembrokeshire County Council is seeking a seasoned Senior Programme Manager to joint the Property, Regeneration & Economic Development team in Haverfordwest. This role steers complex regeneration programmes and capital projects backed by Welsh Government, UK Government, and external funding sources.

The post requires strategic governance, funding management, and the ability to lead major place-shaping initiatives with senior officials and partners.

Qualifications

• Planning
• Surveying
• Construction
• Project Management
• Related Discipline
• Proven ability to manage multi-million-pound budgets and funding programmes.
• Strong expertise in programme and project management.
• Experience leading major regeneration projects within local government, housing, development, or construction sectors.
• Planning Processes
• Public Sector Procurement
• Governance and Assurance
• Experience in securing and managing grant funding.
• Exceptional skills in stakeholder management, partnership-building, and negotiation.
• Experience in crafting business cases, funding applications, and reports for senior stakeholders.
• Proficient financial management and programme reporting skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.
• Experience with Welsh Government funding streams.
• Knowledge of economic development and place-shaping principles.
• Ability to speak Welsh.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the creation, execution, and evaluation of strategic regeneration and capital programmes.
• Convert corporate and regeneration strategies into actionable programmes and projects.
• Serve as the Council's principal client representative on major regeneration initiatives.
• Formulate and manage business cases, funding proposals, and programme delivery plans.
• Ensure programme-level governance, assurance, reporting, and financial oversight.
• Obtain and manage external funding from various governmental and non-governmental bodies.
• Supervise the execution of large-scale regeneration and capital projects from inception to completion.
• Guarantee adherence to funding conditions, procurement regulations, audit standards, and governance frameworks.
• Advise senior officials and elected members on programme performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Act as Senior Responsible Officer (SRO) or lead client representative for major projects as needed.
• Lead interactions with government departments, developers, consultants, community groups, and strategic partners.
• Chair programme boards, steering groups, and partnership meetings.
• Foster robust relationships with stakeholders across public, private, and voluntary sectors.
• Integrate sustainability, equality, and social value into regeneration programmes.
• Promote organisational learning and capacity building in regeneration delivery.

Skills

Programme management

Budget management

Regeneration projects

Stakeholder management

Governance & assurance

Business cases

Public sector procurement

Leadership

Welsh Government funding

Driving licence

Welsh language

Economic development/place-shaping

Project management

Planning processes

Construction

Surveying

Job description

Haverfordwest, United Kingdom | Posted on 07/09/2026

• Province Pembrokeshire (Sir Benfro GB-BNF)
• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code SA61

About Us

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.
In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.
Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

Location: County Hall, Freemans Way, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA61 1TP

Contract: 3-Month Contract

Start Date: 14 September 2026

Hours: Full Time

Summary

Pembrokeshire County Council is seeking a seasoned Senior Programme Manager to join their Property, Regeneration & Economic Development team. This pivotal role involves steering the development, management, and execution of intricate regeneration programmes, including substantial capital projects backed by Welsh Government, UK Government, and other external funding sources. The position demands strategic oversight in programme governance, funding management, stakeholder collaboration, and the successful implementation of significant place-shaping initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the creation, execution, and evaluation of strategic regeneration and capital programmes.
• Convert corporate and regeneration strategies into actionable programmes and projects.
• Serve as the Council's principal client representative on major regeneration initiatives.
• Formulate and manage business cases, funding proposals, and programme delivery plans.
• Ensure programme-level governance, assurance, reporting, and financial oversight.
• Obtain and manage external funding from various governmental and non-governmental bodies.
• Supervise the execution of large-scale regeneration and capital projects from inception to completion.
• Guarantee adherence to funding conditions, procurement regulations, audit standards, and governance frameworks.
• Advise senior officials and elected members on programme performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Act as Senior Responsible Officer (SRO) or lead client representative for major projects as needed.
• Lead interactions with government departments, developers, consultants, community groups, and strategic partners.
• Chair programme boards, steering groups, and partnership meetings.
• Foster robust relationships with stakeholders across public, private, and voluntary sectors.
• Integrate sustainability, equality, and social value into regeneration programmes.
• Promote organisational learning and capacity building in regeneration delivery.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Directly manage:
  • Programme Manager (Regeneration)
  • Programme Manager (Climate)
  • Programme Manager (Capital Programme)
• Guide workforce planning, development, performance management, and service enhancement.
• Support recruitment, staff development, and organisational change initiatives.
• Stand in for the Head of Property, Regeneration & Economic Development when necessary.

Requirements

Requirements:

• Planning
• Surveying
• Construction
• Project Management
• Related Discipline
• Proven ability to manage multi-million-pound budgets and funding programmes.
• Strong expertise in programme and project management.
• Experience leading major regeneration projects within local government, housing, development, or construction sectors.
• Planning Processes
• Public Sector Procurement
• Governance and Assurance
• Experience in securing and managing grant funding.
• Exceptional skills in stakeholder management, partnership-building, and negotiation.
• Experience in crafting business cases, funding applications, and reports for senior stakeholders.
• Proficient financial management and programme reporting skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.
• Experience with Welsh Government funding streams.
• Knowledge of economic development and place-shaping principles.
• Ability to speak Welsh.

What's on Offer?

• 3-Month Contract
• Location: Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire
• Start Date: 14 September 2026
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Opportunity to lead high-profile regeneration and capital programmes.
• Strategic leadership role with extensive stakeholder engagement.
• Involvement in major projects funded by Welsh Government and UK Government
• Chance to influence the long-term regeneration and economic development of Pembrokeshire.

Ideal for candidates with experience as a Senior Programme Manager, Regeneration Programme Manager, Head of Regeneration, Capital Programme Manager, Development Manager, Strategic Regeneration Manager, Economic Development Manager, or Programme Director.