Senior Project & Programme Manager – Car Parks & Highways

Madisons Recruitment Ltd; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Project & Programme Manager for an office-based role in Huddersfield. The ideal candidate will manage multiple car park and highway projects, requiring strong commercial awareness and client-facing skills. This position offers flexibility and various employee benefits, including 25 days holiday and health services.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Extra day off on birthday

Salary sacrifice pension contribution

Perkbox discounts

Life insurance

Paid professional training

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project and programme management.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including cost management.
• Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of programme delivery from planning to handover.
• Serve as the primary client contact, fostering trust and delivery excellence.
• Develop and manage detailed project and programme budgets.

Skills

Project and programme management

Commercial awareness

Cost management

Client-facing skills

Stakeholder management

Financial tracking

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Understanding of CDM regulations

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

Madisons Recruitment are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Senior Project & Programme Manager to join our clients team and lead the delivery of multiple car park and highway projects across the UK. This client-facing role requires strong commercial awareness, cost management expertise, and the ability to oversee budgets, contracts, and financial performance across your portfolio.

This is an exciting opportunity for a professional who thrives on building relationships, driving financial efficiency, and delivering infrastructure projects that positively impact communities. The role is full-time (37.5 hours per week), office-based, with regular travel across the UK. Flexible working arrangements are available, depending on the role.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of programme delivery from planning, design, and construction to handover and post-project review.
• Serve as the primary client contact, fostering trust through transparency, responsiveness, and delivery excellence.
• Develop and manage detailed project and programme budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting, cost tracking, and reporting.
• Monitor financial performance, identify variances, and implement cost control measures to safeguard profitability.
• Oversee contracts, procurement, and supplier performance to ensure commercial compliance and value for money.
• Allocate and balance resources effectively to meet project scope, budget, and schedule targets.
• Proactively manage risks, resolving issues before they affect time, cost, or quality.
• Provide clear, timely reports and financial updates to clients, senior leadership, and stakeholders.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in project and programme management.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including cost management, budget control, and contract administration.
• Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of car park and highway design.
• Proficient in financial tracking, reporting, and performance measurement.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel in particular).
• Full UK driving license and access to a car.
• Understanding of CDM regulations and ability to read 2D drawings.

Desirable

• Degree/HNC/HND or equivalent in a relevant field.
• CSCS card (Black/Gold/White) or eligibility to obtain.
• SMSTS certification.
• Asbestos Awareness training.
• Up-to-date knowledge of H&S legislation.
• Chartered membership of a relevant professional body.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with office closure for 1 week over Christmas, retaining 3 holidays).
• Extra day off on your birthday.
• Option to buy additional holidays.
• Salary sacrifice pension contribution (up to 3%).
• Perkbox: discounts, Employee Assistance Programme, and more.
• Life insurance (3x salary) including Smart Health services (virtual GP, mental health support, health check, nutrition consultation, second medical opinions, and personalized fitness programmes).
• Bereavement counselling and probate helpline.
• Paid professional training and fees.
• Wellness programme.
• Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes.
• On-site parking.

If you are actively searching for a new role and interested in hearing more on the above position, please apply or contact using any of the methods below.

Consultant Name: Kieran

Landline: 01992 568886

Email: [e-mail]

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