Senior Engineering Programme Manager

Senior Engineering Programme Manager

Full-Time 61873 - 75623 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
The Green Recruitment Company

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead complex engineering programmes and coordinate multidisciplinary teams for successful delivery.
  • Company: Innovative UK-based advanced materials company focused on low-carbon technologies.
  • Benefits: Contract role with potential for permanent position and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
  • Why this job: Join a pioneering company transforming materials for a sustainable future.
  • Qualifications: Significant programme management experience in engineering or manufacturing required.

The predicted salary is between 61873 - 75623 Β£ per year.

Location: Harpenden, Hertfordshire

Type: Contract 6-9 months initial contract, possibility to move into permanent

The Green Recruitment Company is partnering with an innovative UK-based advanced materials company that is developing pioneering manufacturing technologies to support the transition to a low-carbon economy. Combining world-class science with cutting-edge engineering, our client is transforming carbon-based materials into high-value, sustainable products. As the business enters an exciting phase of growth and commercial scale-up, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Engineering Programme Manager to help drive the successful delivery of complex engineering programmes.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded Programme Manager who enjoys bringing structure, pace, and accountability to technically complex projects. Working across engineering, operations, commercial, and supply chain teams, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring programmes are delivered safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex engineering programmes.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across engineering, operations, commercial, and supply chain.
  • Develop and maintain integrated programme plans and a Systems Engineering Management Plan (SEMP).
  • Manage programme schedules, KPIs, risks, dependencies, and recovery plans.
  • Oversee supplier and EPC contractor performance, ensuring commercial and contractual objectives are achieved.
  • Provide clear programme reporting and strategic updates to senior leadership and Board-level stakeholders.
  • Establish effective programme governance, controls, and reporting processes.
Requirements:
  • Significant programme management experience within engineering, manufacturing, industrial technology, or infrastructure.
  • A proven track record of delivering or recovering complex engineering programmes.
  • Strong programme planning, scheduling, governance, risk, and resource management skills.
  • Experience managing EPC contracts or major engineering suppliers.
  • The ability to lead multidisciplinary technical, operational, and commercial teams.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Experience working within a scale-up.

Senior Engineering Programme Manager employer: The Green Recruitment Company

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The Green Recruitment Company

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We think you need these skills to ace Senior Engineering Programme Manager

Programme Management
Engineering Management
Project Planning
Scheduling
Governance
Risk Management
Resource Management