Location
London or Reading offices with hybrid working (mix of home and in-office).

Hours
Full Time

About the Role
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. Together, we redefine what’s possible.

The Programme Management and Commercial Management (PMCM) team is seeking a Programme Manager to advise clients in the water sector, focusing on establishing programme management approaches for large-scale capital investments. In this role, you will work closely with clients to leverage your expertise in managing benefits, costs, and commercial aspects of programmes, ensuring financial efficiency and value.

You will be responsible for managing projects and programmes from inception to completion, ensuring successful delivery. Your attention to detail in reporting performance metrics and maintaining accuracy and quality in all deliverables will be essential. A continuous drive for learning and innovation is expected, fostering process improvements and building team capabilities.

Leadership in collaborative improvement and change management is key, including fostering a culture of coaching, innovation, enhanced team safety, and accountability for effective problem-solving and performance management. Your leadership will drive continuous improvement and safety culture.

Analytical skills will be applied through independent research and synthesis of information to develop strategies, resolve conflicts proactively, and prioritise solutions that drive project success and stakeholder alignment.

Risk management and proactive negotiation are critical, involving risk assessment, recommendations, and facilitating effective stakeholder engagement to support informed decision-making and empower team success.

Experience
Relevant experience as a programme manager or project manager. Experience in the water sector is preferable. Proven track record of successfully leading and managing teams to achieve desired outcomes.

About you
Strong leadership skills with the ability to foster a culture of coaching, innovation, safety, and accountability. Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and reporting skills. Proactive in continuous learning and process improvement. Skilled in risk management and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications
APMP qualification is required.