Senior Programme Manager

This is a dual-aspect role: you will be the architect of a new PMO function and the enforcer of high performance across a diverse multi-million-pound estate. You will be managing external PM consultant teams.

Client Details

You will be working for a Tier 1 Building Consultancy team and be seconded into the client estate's team 3 days a week, based in Cambridge.

Description

We are looking for a programme Manager to act as the strategic engine for a major client in Cambridge.

You will be embedded within the client's leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• PMO Architecture: Design, implement, and manage a robust PMO function that brings clarity to a complex pipeline.
• Performance Accountability: You will oversee a suite of external consultant PMs and specialists.
• Senior Stakeholder Briefing: Translating complex construction data into clear, strategic advice for high-level client boards.
• Diverse Portfolio Oversight: Navigating the unique challenges of Cambridge development-from massive 100k+ sq ft new build structures to the intricacies of Grade II listed heritage refurbishments.

Profile

In order to be successful you need to be an experienced Project / Programme Manager and have led multi million pounds construction programmes.

Experience managing external consultants with a focus on rigorous accountability and performance recovery.

MRICS, MCIOB, MAPM or equivalent is expected

Job Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £65,000 to £70,000 per annum.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• The chance to work on diverse and impactful construction projects, ranging from new build to Grade II & Heritage buildings.