Programme Manager (Buildings)

Programme Manager (Buildings)

7 Month Contract

Rate: £250 - £300 per day (Inside IR35)

Location: Home / York - 3 days a week on site

A leading public sector organisation is seeking a highly experienced Programme Manager with a proven track record of delivering sustainable building projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a comprehensive review of the organisation's operational needs, with a focus on evaluating and improving key infrastructure within central York.
• Engage with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, commanders, and Heads of Department across both operational and support services.
• Conduct a detailed assessment of current and future operational requirements, including personnel, vehicles, and facilities.
• Evaluate the condition and suitability of a site that is no longer fit for purpose, providing cost-benefit analysis for refurbishment, rebuilding, or relocation options.
• Develop project plans with indicative timeframes, costs, and resource requirements to inform strategic decision-making.
• Direct a team of Project Managers and Business Analysts to support the delivery of a comprehensive recommendations report.
• Ensure adherence to governance procedures and provide regular programme progress updates to senior stakeholders.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience delivering large-scale programmes with significant estate and infrastructure implications.
• Expertise in needs assessment, resource allocation, and the management of large-scale refurbishments and new builds.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to translate operational needs into comprehensive project requirements.
• Excellent report writing and stakeholder management skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership.
• MSP/Prince2 or equivalent Programme Management qualification.
• Experience managing complex construction programmes or relevant construction qualifications.