Senior Programme Manager (Infrastructure Construction)
11 days ago
Bath
About the Role A leading transport consultancy is seeking aSenior Programme Directorto lead major transport, light rail and infrastructure programmes across the UK and Ireland. This role focuses onearly-stage programme development, business case leadership and the integration of multi-disciplinary workstreams. Youll shape programmes from concept through toHM Treasury Green Bookbusiness case approval, ensuring engineering, planning, commercial and operational activities are aligned and well-coordinated. Ideal for senior leaders with experience inlight rail, mass transit, rail, metro or major transport systems. Key Responsibilities • Lead major transport and infrastructure programmes from early-stage development to business case approval, • Integrate engineering, planning, commercial and operational readiness workstreams, • Oversee multidisciplinary consultancy teams and delivery partners, • Establish programme controls: schedule, risk, cost and performance reporting, • Ensure alignment withGreen Bookand Five Case Model requirements, • Support governance, assurance and investment decision-making, • Provide hands-on leadership to shape emerging work and resolve complex issues, • Build strong relationships with senior public-sector and private-sector stakeholders About You Essential • Senior programme leadership experience in major transport or infrastructure, • Background in light rail, tram, metro, mass transit or rail, • Strong experience inearly-stage programme development, • Proven track record inGreen Bookaligned business case development, • Consultancy or integrated delivery model experience, • Strong understanding of public-sector governance and assurance Desirable • Experience across both client-side and consultancy roles, • Knowledge of UK transport business case processes, • Ability to travel to major UK or Irish cities Why Apply? • Lead nationally significant transport and light rail programmes, • Shape projects at their most influential stage, • Work with a high-performing consultancy delivering major infrastructure, • Opportunity to drive strategy, integration and programme performance Apply Now If youre an experienced programme leader with a strong background in light rail, mass transit or major transport infrastructure, wed love to hear from you. Submit your CV today for a confidential discussion. JBRP1_UKTJ