We are seeking an experienced Construction/Civils Programme Manager to oversee and coordinate a Master Program of works, projects, and resource requirements for a busy Contracting Division. This role will ensure seamless project planning, budget forecasting, and effective resource management, with a focus on NEC Contract standards and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:- Program Leadership: Lead and coordinate the Master Program of works across all projects requiring resource support.
- Target Program Development: Provide operational staff with accurate programming guidance and target programs.
- Consistency in Programming: Ensure alignment with NEC Contract standards across the business.
- Financial Forecasting: Develop, facilitate, and monitor financial cost profiling to measure performance against time and budget.
- Resource Management: Monitor and manage resource allocation and capacity, with early identification of potential issues.
- Critical Path Awareness: Work closely with Planners to ensure all programs are developed with a clear understanding of critical paths, float, and opportunities to prioritize profit and mitigate risks.
- Risk Register Management: Oversee and assign ownership of project risk registers, ensuring active management.
- Resource Allocation Oversight: Coordinate scheduling and planning for all works within Infrastructure Operations.
- Programming Support: Provide programming assistance for operational teams, specifically for NEC/JCT contracts.
- Software Proficiency: Lead training and management of specialized programming software to optimize project delivery.
- Customer Communication: Actively engage in customer liaison, ensuring timely updates to all relevant parties.
- Change Impact Management: Ensure project programs reflect compensation events, client instructions, and changes, working with Commercial teams to justify time and cost adjustments.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with Operations to meet planning team resource requirements.
- Compliance and Confidentiality: Adhere to relevant legislation and confidentiality standards, including Health and Safety and Data Protection policies.
- Proven experience in program management within the construction or civil engineering sectors.
- Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts.
- Advanced proficiency in project management software.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
- A strategic mindset with a focus on maximizing profitability and minimizing risk.
This is an exciting opportunity to drive successful project delivery and resource optimization across a wide range of infrastructure projects.
Apply today to be a part of a team that values expertise, collaboration, and innovation in construction management.