Southwark Council - Senior Programme Manager
Job description
Purpose of the Role
To oversee the strategic planning, execution, and delivery of complex change programmes within a Corporate Facilities Department. The role is critical in ensuring alignment with organisational goals, managing resources, and delivering outcomes within scope, budget, and timeline.
Key responsibilities:
- Programme Strategy and Planning
- Define the programme's vision, objectives, and success criteria in alignment with organisational goals
- Develop comprehensive programme plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management strategies
- Identify and prioritize projects within the programme to ensure cohesive delivery
- Stakeholder Management
- Engage with senior leadership, clients, and cross-functional teams to align expectations and secure buy-in
- Communicate programme progress, risks, and outcomes through reports, presentations, and meetings
- Resolve conflicts and manage stakeholder concerns to maintain programme momentum
- Project Oversight and Coordination
- Supervise multiple project teams, ensuring projects align with the programme's goals
- Monitor project performance, track milestones, and address issues or bottlenecks
- Ensure integration and dependencies between projects are managed effectively
- Resource and Budget Management
- Allocate resources (people, tools, budget) across projects to optimise efficiency
- Track programme budgets, ensuring cost control and financial accountability
- Negotiate contracts or vendor agreements when necessary
- Risk Management and Problem-Solving
- Identify, assess, and mitigate programme-level risks and issues
- Implement contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges
- Drive decision-making to resolve complex problems impacting programme delivery
- Team Leadership and Development
- Mentor and guide project managers and team members, fostering collaboration and accountability
- Build high-performing teams by setting clear expectations and providing support
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the programme.
- Delivery and Performance Evaluation
- Ensure programme deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations
- Measure and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate programme success
- Conduct post-programme reviews to capture lessons learned and improve future initiatives
If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.
