Senior Project & Programme Manager

Centrica; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Leeds is seeking a Senior Programme and Project Manager to lead complex projects aimed at achieving net-zero goals. This role involves coordinating across teams, managing budgets up to £10m, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and agility within the team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication and analytical skills, while supporting a flexible work environment. Join us to make a substantial impact on a greener future.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Support for personal and family needs

Commitment to personal growth

Qualifications

• Experience leading multiple complex programmes.
• Ability to manage budgets up to £10m.
• Strong analytical reasoning skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams to coordinate activities within the programme scope.
• Ensure delivery is within budget while managing interdependencies.
• Facilitate programme boards with leadership to communicate updates.

Skills

Expert communicator

Strong stakeholder management

Resource management

Budget management

Analytical reasoning

Problem-solving

Job description

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Centrica

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Leeds, United Kingdom

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Posted:

01.08.2025

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Job Description:

Join us, be part of more.

We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.

The Senior Programme and Project Manager is responsible for planning and delivering complex projects & programmes, contributing to the New Business Net Zero business unit strategic goals.

We work in a hybrid, Flexible First way—typically spending 1–2 days a week in the office. However, this role will require someone who’s comfortable flexing their schedule as needed to meet the demands of the job. Whether you need to adjust your hours to fit your lifestyle or have specific needs that require a tailored schedule, we’re here to accommodate. Let’s work together to find a solution that works for you and benefits the team.

The successful candidate will lead project teams and project managers to co-ordinate efforts across different activities within the programme scope to ensure delivery is within budget (up to £10m), while managing complex interdependencies and mitigating risks in adherence with the Change Governance Framework.

This role is essential for maintaining a high-level view of the overall programme, ensuring that all projects are progressing as planned and delivering the expected benefits.

Key accountabilities:

Lead multiple, complex programmes and related projects to deliver core business KPIs aligned to the New Business Net Zero (NBNZ) strategy. Develop and execute comprehensive plans, incorporating technical requirements, resource allocation, timelines and go to market strategies to ensure timely delivery of solutions

Identify and mitigate risks and issues, proactively addressing potential roadblocks and implementing contingency plans to maintain project and programme momentum

Facilitate monthly programme boards with the leadership team to effectively communicate updates and aid decision making and alignment

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including tech, product, and business stakeholders, to define programme scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with overall business goals

Utilise advanced analytical reasoning to assess programme performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement data-driven optimisations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

Champion the adoption of agile methodologies and technical solutions, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the team

Coaching stakeholders and developing within the team

Key experience:

Expert communicator and strong stakeholder management skills

Resource and budget management

Analytical reasoning and problem-solving techniques

Why should you apply?

We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too.Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.

If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.

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