Programme Manager
- Job Type: Permanent
- Start date: ASAP
- Salary Range: Up to £80,000
- Location: Workington
- Full Site Based/Hybrid/Remote Working: Site Based
- Hours of work: 40 hours
Overview
We're looking for a driven Programme Manager to support the successful delivery of major civil engineering projects. This is a key leadership role where you'll shape delivery, influence strategy, and lead high‑performing teams in a highly regulated environment.
Role responsibilities
- Leading the planning and delivery of multiple complex civil engineering projects from concept through to handover
- Driving performance across scope, cost, schedule, risk, and KPIs
- Coordinating design, procurement, construction, and commissioning to ensure seamless delivery
- Overseeing major civils works (groundworks, concrete structures, infrastructure, drainage, etc.)
- Ensuring compliance with nuclear safety, environmental, and quality standards
- Managing risks, reporting, and programme governance, including audits and stage gates
- Acting as a key point of contact for clients, regulators, and supply chain partners
- Supporting commercial performance, including budgets, forecasts, and change control
- Leading and mentoring Project Managers and Engineers, fostering a strong safety and performance culture
Qualifications & experience
- Proven experience delivering complex civil engineering programmes
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
- Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and change
- Background in regulated environments (nuclear or similar highly desirable)
UK National Security Vetting Status - Ability to gain SC Clearance
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