Senior Programme Manager

4 weeks ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Full time

Company Overview

At Turner & Townsend, we're passionate about delivering better outcomes for our clients and helping our people realise their potential. As a data and digital led business, we're committed to transforming the performance of major projects and programmes, creating a greener, more inclusive, and productive world.

We help our global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects in over 110 offices worldwide.

Job Summary

  • To support our growing defence portfolio, taking responsibility for large-scale defence contracts, both client side and consultant side.
  • To lead a team of Project Managers who provide the key interfaces to the wider project delivery team.

We're seeking highly motivated, technically proficient, and practically skilled individuals with extensive team leadership experience to join our expanding defence community. You'll be part of the fastest growing framework in the business, with opportunities to grow both your own professional delivery experience and knowledge as well as mentoring and advising colleagues, collectively working towards common goals and thriving on each other's success.

A Defence Sector Senior Project Manager would be expected to lead large-scale contracts (+ £100m) and projects within our overall Defence Sector Portfolio. Key delivery responsibilities include client, supplier and wider stakeholder engagement on a strategic level supporting the overall capital project process both with day-to-day management and at strategic gateways through all RIBA work stages. Successful performance is measured on the core parameters of any project whilst integrating programme, risk, and change management and reporting on the same, typically up to SCS 1*-2* level.

Key Responsibilities

  • Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale defence projects across all RIBA work stages, either as a consultant or in a client organisation.
  • Portfolio of experience managing design teams / technical disciplines or general resource management.
  • Procurement and wider commercial acumen (ideally supporting public sector business cases and framework style tendering).
  • Portfolio of experience using NEC3/4 PSC/ECC contracts (both pre- and post-contract).
  • SC level Security Clearance or ability to achieve SC.
  • Exceptional client care and communication.
  • Flexibility / willingness to travel.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to use and manage Common Data Environments.

Desirable Qualifications

  • APM membership or equivalent.
  • Foundation level Project Management Qualification (PRINCE 2, APMQ etc.).
  • Technical Degree in broader Engineering disciplines or wider Earth Sciences.

Additional Information

We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.



  • Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Transition Partners Full time

    Job Title: Senior Programme ManagerJob Description:We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Programme Manager to lead the delivery of a complex programme over the next 12 months. This contract role offers the opportunity to drive meaningful change that will positively impact the organisation's customers.Key Responsibilities:Lead the delivery of a large-scale,...


  • Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds City Council Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Senior Programme ManagerSalary: Competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidaysHours: 37Contract: PermanentLocation: LeedsWe are seeking an experienced Senior Programme Manager to join our team at Leeds City Council. As a key member of our Transformation Team, you will play a crucial role in delivering...


  • Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Group Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are looking for a talented Senior Programme Manager Position to lead our team in delivering complex programmes. As a senior professional, you will be responsible for planning, directing, supervising, and controlling the execution of all business, technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of assigned programmes.Key ResponsibilitiesActs...


  • Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Full time

    Project OverviewTurner & Townsend is seeking a skilled Senior Project Manager to join our Leeds office, supporting clients in delivering projects and programmes in the Real Estate sector.Main ResponsibilitiesTo lead Project Management Commissions, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery, often with respect to large or complex projects.To act as...


  • Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Group Full time

    About the RoleAs a Senior Defence Programme Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting our defence sector accounts on a local, national, and corporate scale. You will be part of the fastest-growing framework in the business, with opportunities to grow both your own foundation delivery experience and knowledge.The ideal candidate will have a proven...


  • Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom NHS Full time

    We are looking for an experienced Senior Programme Manager to join our team at NHS England in London. The successful candidate will lead multiple programmes simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.Your key responsibilities will include developing and implementing programme plans, managing budgets, and coordinating with stakeholders....


  • Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Full time

    Company OverviewAt Turner & Townsend, we're passionate about delivering better outcomes for our clients and helping our people realise their potential. As a data and digital led business, we're committed to transforming the performance of major projects and programmes, creating a greener, more inclusive, and productive world.We help our global clients...


  • Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Hays Senior Finance Full time

    Job Opportunity: We are seeking a skilled finance professional to join our dynamic team as a Senior Finance Manager/Management Accountant.Location: Leeds, UKContract Type: Interim/Fixed TermThis role is pivotal in ensuring the financial health and compliance of a key division of the organisation. The successful candidate will be responsible for:Financial...


  • Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Hays Senior Finance Full time

    Job OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Manager to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the financial health and compliance of a key division of the organisation.Key Responsibilities:Financial Planning & Reporting: Prepare 5-year financial plans, quarterly forecasts, monthly reports, and...


  • Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Hays Senior Finance Full time

    Job OverviewHays Senior Finance is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager/Management Accountant to join their dynamic team in Leeds. This role is pivotal in ensuring the financial health and compliance of a key division of the organisation.About the RoleThe successful candidate will be responsible for preparing 5-year financial plans, quarterly...


  • Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Hays Senior Finance Full time

    The Role of a Corporate Tax Senior Manager at Hays Senior Finance is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your experience in corporate tax, private client tax, or Deals tax, M&A tax, or international tax for your next career move. You will be providing holistic advice to a portfolio of clients who are privately owned businesses, entrepreneurs, private equity...


  • Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds City Council Full time

    Job DescriptionFull Time Civil Engineering Programme ExecutiveContract: PermanentKey Responsibilities:Lead complex civil engineering projects with substantial budgets.Align project objectives with broader organisational goals and community needs.Assess and mitigate risks to ensure safety and project success.Manage resources and a substantial budget in a...


  • Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Hays Senior Finance Full time

    Competitive salary & benefitsAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Financial Planning Manager to join our dynamic team at Hays Senior Finance in Leeds, UK.This is a pivotal role ensuring the financial health and compliance of a key division of the organisation.Financial Planning: Prepare 5-year financial plans, quarterly forecasts, monthly...

  • Programme Director

    3 weeks ago


    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Hireo Full time

    Job DescriptionAt Hireo, we are seeking an experienced and strategic General Programme Manager to lead a diverse range of high-impact projects for one of our key clients.Key ResponsibilitiesProgramme Leadership: Lead and manage multiple workstreams overseeing the successful delivery of projects spanning business process improvements, target operating model...

  • Senior Programme Lead

    18 hours ago


    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Group Full time

    About the OpportunityWe have an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Senior Programme Lead to join our expanding Real Estate team in Leeds, UK. You will be responsible for leading project management commissions, driving success, and delivering exceptional results for our clients.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement project plans, ensuring timely...


  • Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Women's Aid Full time

    The Leeds Women's Aid organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. As a Senior Domestic Abuse Programme Manager, you will be part of a team that directly supports high-risk victim-survivors through the complex criminal justice system.Working closely with the Front Door Safeguarding Hub,...


  • Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds City Council Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Programme and Partnerships Manager to join our team at Leeds City Council. As a key member of our Transformation Team, you will play a crucial role in delivering strategically significant programmes and driving continuous improvement initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesLead complex change programmes to improve the...


  • Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom SPG Resourcing Full time

    About the RoleAs a Senior Salesforce Programme Director at SPG Resourcing, you will be responsible for leading high-profile programmes that drive business growth and transformation.This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your expertise in Salesforce CRM and legal sector experience to deliver complex projects.

  • Programme Director

    2 weeks ago


    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Hireo Full time

    Job Description: Programme Manager We re seeking an experienced and strategic Programme Manager to join our team and lead a diverse range of high-impact projects for one of our key clients. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment with a passion for delivering business transformation and ensuring that projects are aligned...

  • Programme Director

    1 month ago


    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Group Full time

    Job DescriptionTurner & Townsend Group is seeking a highly skilled Programme Director to lead large-scale programmes to ensure on-schedule completion within or below budget and in accordance with contractual obligations.Acts as the Turner & Townsend Group representative with the client and selected subcontractors during programme execution. Negotiates...