Strategic Programme Leader - Engineering & PMO

Energy Jobline ZR

Debden

On-site

GBP 90,000 - 125,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Essex, UK is seeking a Head of Programmes to lead multiple engineering and manufacturing programmes, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic goals. This senior role requires a strong technical and operational background across rail, aviation, defence, and infrastructure sectors.

Based in Saffron Walden or nearby, you will mentor project teams, drive governance and continuous improvement, and partner with stakeholders, suppliers and executives to

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Engineering or a related field.
  • Professional certification such as PRINCE2, PMP or Agile preferred.
  • Experience leading large engineering programmes and managing budgets.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage multiple engineering programmes from initiation through delivery.
  • Define programme scope, objectives, timelines and deliverables aligned with wider business goals.
  • Develop and oversee detailed programme plans, budgets, resource allocation and delivery schedules.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams, suppliers and third-party contractors to ensure successful execution.
  • Drive programme governance, risk management and performance reporting across all projects.
  • Mentor and support project management teams while fostering a high-performance culture.

Job description

Energy Jobline ZR in Essex, UK is seeking a Head of Programmes to lead multiple engineering and manufacturing programmes, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic goals. This senior role requires a strong technical and operational background across rail, aviation, defence, and infrastructure sectors.

Based in Saffron Walden or nearby, you will mentor project teams, drive governance and continuous improvement, and partner with stakeholders, suppliers and executives to

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