Programme Manager Operations Benefits Delivery

The candidate will ensure that Operations have appropriate control of programme scope, costs and benefits delivery and this can be demonstrated to stakeholders. The Programme Manager will oversee the management of projects and programmes that contribute to the Operations efficiency benefits target throughout the AMP.

The Programme Manager will work with Operations Directors, Functional Heads, Programme and Project Managers to define programme and project objectives and scope; ensure appropriate resources and governance are in place; support the estimation project schedule and costs; maintain governance and reporting to ensure delivery according to plan, schedule, and budget.

The Programme Manager will coordinate with Finance to ensure all project delivery is supported by robust business cases and tracking of benefits. The Programme Manager will work with key stakeholders outside Operations to align with core business process and coordinate with key enterprise initiatives that contribute to the Operations transformation plan.

Main accountabilities

Provide Leadership and governance to the Operations Efficiency Programme.
Multiple projects managed efficiently
Maintain a project risk register and escalate key issues that are blocking successful delivery of programme initiatives
Develop and manage the stakeholder management plans across the business to ensure sponsorship and commitment are effectively brought to bear on all initiatives.
Work with the Finance Business partners to ensure clarity and transparency of associated benefits.
Analyse the performance in the delivery of initiatives, facilitate project post–closure reviews and confirms embedded benefit delivery.
Coaches, mentors, motivates, and supervises project teams / third parties
Work collaboratively with the Operational Excellence team, facilitating change management
Encourage a culture from within all levels of Operations to identify new efficiency initiativesSkills required

Strong coaching style
Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills
Excellent Stakeholder Management
Excellent understanding of budget and financial control
Strong communication
Good IT and PC skills
Attention to detailIdeal experience

Programme Management
Operational knowledge or experience in Water & Waste water project delivery
Transformational knowledge
Understanding of business risk / reward frameworks
Regulatory understanding of ODI's across the water industry
PMP or Prince Certified, or recognisable track record
Average 5+ years prior experience in Senior Project management / Programme Management / Transformation or Change Management
The role comes with excellent benefits including:

Competitive salary
GBP500 monthly vehicle allowance
Stakeholder pensionThe role will be based in our clients Durrington or Falmer offices in Worthing/Brighton with remote working initially pending government updates.

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