Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, programme management, architecture and environmental consulting. We strive to innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships, aiming to future-proof our cities and infrastructure worldwide. The Programme Management and Commercial Management (PMCM) team is looking for a Programme Manager to work with our clients in the water sector to deliver large scale capital investments.This role can be based from our offices in Reading, London or High Wycombe but travel to Reading will be required at least two days a week.Expertise in managing benefits, costs, and commercial aspects of programmes: This includes ensuring financial efficiency and value. Additionally, you will need strong skills in managing projects and programmes from inception to completion, ensuring successful delivery. Your ability to oversee these aspects will be crucial in driving the financial and operational success of the programmes.Understanding in reporting performance metrics with a sharp eye for detail: This involves maintaining accuracy and quality in all deliverables. Leadership in collaborative improvement and change management: This includes fostering a culture of coaching and innovation, enhancing team safety, and promoting accountability for effective problem-solving and performance management. Analysis through independent research and synthesis of information: This involves developing strategies, resolving conflicts proactively, and prioritising solutions that drive project success and stakeholder alignment. Risk management and proactive negotiation: This includes assessing risks, providing recommendations, and facilitating effective stakeholder engagement to support informed decision-making and empower team success. Your risk management expertise will support informed decisions and team empowermentAbout YouThe ideal candidate should demonstrate the following qualifications:Relevant experience as a programme managerExperience in water sector would be preferableDemonstrates a track record of successfully leading and managing teams to achieve desired outcomesAPM Qualified or equivalent would be preferredWhy join us?As part of Stantec’s advisory services community, this role offers the opportunity to develop across our service line and find your own unique path.Great benefits including a competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance, discounted gym membership and lots more.Flexible working arrangements.Great projects across our sector in both the UK&I.Industry leading training and development as well as paid professional subscriptions.ukprogrammemanagementAbout StantecThe Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success.
Programme Manager Home-Based in London employer: Stantec
Stantec is an exceptional employer that empowers its employees to make a significant impact in the energy sector through innovative projects like hydropower and energy building design. With a strong focus on professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a collaborative work culture, Stantec fosters an environment where engineers can thrive and grow their careers while contributing to meaningful change in the industry.
