Project and Programme Management

2 weeks ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom Altum Consulting Full time

A leading Infrastructure Consulting firm is looking for a Project and Programme Management Senior Manager / Associate Director to join their Advisory team in the North.

The business has won multiple awards for best in class across a range of industries and services and is recognised as a leader in their field. They are commitment to sustainability, innovation, and excellence in design, consulting and engineering, and offer a suite of services to clients across the built environment. These services range from advisory to construction and engineering, digital, sustainability, and project & programme management. Along with having an excellent culture ,the business provides candidates the opportunity to work on some of the most complex and forward thinking infrastructure projects in the market, which really make a difference to communities and business.

They are seeking a consulting leader to join their PPM team, based in either Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, York or Sheffield. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing diverse projects and programmes across various infrastructure sectors, ensuring they are delivered to the highest standards. This role demands a strategic thinker with strong leadership capabilities and excellent communication skills, who can drive project success and exceed client expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Project and Programme Management: Oversee the entire life cycle of multiple projects and programmes from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with client goals and strategic vision.
  • Client Engagement: Act as the primary liaison for decision making stakeholders in clients, building and maintaining strong relationships, understanding their needs, and delivering outstanding service.
  • Planning and Execution: Develop comprehensive project plans, define project scope, allocate resources effectively, and set key milestones. Monitor and track project progress, making necessary adjustments.
  • Risk Management: Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies. Proactively resolve issues and escalate critical risks as needed.
  • Team Leadership: Lead and inspire cross-functional project teams, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring high performance and engagement.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Communicate project status, risks, and issues to clients, senior management, and team members through regular updates, reports, and meetings.
  • Continuous Improvement: Advocate for continuous improvement by identifying process enhancements and incorporating industry best practices into project deliver

Likely experience you will have:

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Business, or a related field. A Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is highly preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in project and programme management, preferably within a consulting, infrastructure, or engineering environment.
  • A proven leader across a various businesses in one or more of the following: Water, Utilities, Infrastructure, Energy, Renewables, Transport, Rail, Aviation, Local Government, Maritime, Construction, Engineering.
  • A track record of people leadership, both on a project / programme and on a 121 basis.
  • Experience of growing a practice through a combination of business development, lead generation and hiring.
  • More than 2 years in a Permanent Management Consulting role

Please only apply for this position if you have all the experience listed above


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