Regional Programme Manager

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.

Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.

WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.

Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. 

Why we're hiring:

To establish, lead, and continuously enhance the regional Project Management Office (PMO) for Real Estate & Workplace Services (REWS). This role ensures robust governance, optimises project delivery, and provides strategic portfolio management for all regional REWS initiatives. You will drive the adoption of global standards, overseeing capital projects, program changes, and modifications to advance the organization's regional real estate strategy.

What you'll be doing:

• Regional Governance & Oversight: Implement and enforce global project governance frameworks, policies, and procedures for all regional REWS projects (new builds, refurbishments, decommissions). Ensure regional compliance and report on project health and standard adherence to the Global PMO.
• Regional Project Portfolio Management: Oversee the entire regional REWS project portfolio, from intake and prioritisation through execution and closure. Align projects with regional business objectives and the global real estate strategy.
• Workplace Services Activations: Lead and support regional Workplace Services activations, ensuring alignment with global standards and enhancing employee experience. Manage regional IFM rollouts to maintain schedule.
• Standards & Best Practices Implementation: Champion global project management standards, methodologies, and tools for regional REWS projects. Drive continuous improvement in regional project delivery.
• Regional Approach Adaptation: Adapt and implement consistent global REWS project management approaches within the regional context, including stakeholder engagement, communication, risk management, and quality assurance.
• Regional Resource & Capacity Planning: Manage regional resource allocation and capacity planning for REWS projects, leveraging in-country Project Managers. Optimise resource utilisation and escalate significant constraints to the Global PMO.
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting (Regional): Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for regional REWS project performance. Provide comprehensive reports to regional leadership and the Global PMO on portfolio status, risks, opportunities, and financial performance.
• Technology & Tools Utilization: Utilise approved tools for regional REWS project delivery and portfolio management, ensuring data accuracy and consistency with global systems.
• Regional Risk Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks across the regional REWS project portfolio. Develop contingency plans and ensure effective risk communication within the region and to the Global PMO.
• Regional Asset Register & Floor Plans: Ensure the regional portion of the Global Asset Register is implemented and kept updated, along with floor plans via the space management tool.
• Regional Budget Management: Oversee the consolidated budget for the regional REWS project portfolio, ensuring financial discipline and cost-effectiveness across all regional projects, aligned with global financial guidelines.

What you'll need:

• Extensive Experience: Leading complex PMOs or significant project portfolios, specifically within Real Estate & Workplace Services (REWS), including new builds, refurbishments, and decommissions.
• PMO & PPM Expertise: Deep knowledge of PMO frameworks, Project Portfolio Management (PPM) principles, and regional resource/capacity planning.
• Technical Proficiency: High digital dexterity, leveraging project management software, collaboration tools, and data analytics.
• Leadership & Influence: Proven ability to lead, inspire, and manage change, with exceptional stakeholder management, business partnership, and negotiation skills.
• Strategic Acumen: Strong critical thinking, strategic business acumen, and a proactive approach to continuous learning, curiosity, and innovation.
• Contract Management: Capability in contract development, performance management, and managing supplier relationships.

Who you are:

You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.

You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.

You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.

What we'll give you:

Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.

Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.

Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?

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We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.