Major Programmes Lead / Senior Programme Director
Core
Strategic leadership of £500m+ major capital programmes in complex construction environments (Central Government, Industrial, Life Sciences, Data Centres, Defence), driving end-to-end delivery from definition to benefits realisation.
Role type
Senior IC Programme Director (Construction/Real Estate)
Builds
Large-scale capital programmes and transformation initiatives for C-Suite clients and government bodies
Domain
Construction, Real Estate, Capital Projects, Defence, Life Sciences
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic programme leadership, C-Suite stakeholder influencing, commercial and financial stewardship, risk strategy and health & safety leadership, governance framework design, commission management and business development, multidisciplinary team leadership, construction project delivery models (NEC, JCT), project controls (schedule, cost, risk), supply chain management (Tier 1), digital tools and AI strategy, people management and talent development
Preferred skills
Expertise in real estate programme management, practical experience with Building Safety Act and CDM regulations, professional accreditation (RICS, CIOB, APM), health and safety qualification (IOSH, NEBOSH)
Technologies
NEC, JCT, AI tools
Responsibilities
Define and champion programme vision aligned with client business objectives; establish programme management and control frameworks; engage and influence C-Suite executives and Boards; maintain accountability for commercial performance and financial governance; lead risk management and health & safety strategies; design governance and reporting frameworks; manage commissions and contribute to business development; foster high-performance culture and develop talent
Seniority
Director level, hands-on IC with strategic oversight
