Senior Programme Manager

Company: Expert Employment
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Location: Waltham Cross
Job Description:

We are looking for a Senior Programme Manager to lead complex engineering projects from bid stage through to delivery.

You will manage customer-funded development programmes, coordinate cross-functional teams, oversee budgets and schedules, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage engineering projects throughout the full project lifecycle.
  • Lead project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
  • Act as the main point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders.
  • Coordinate engineering, operations, procurement, quality, and commercial teams.
  • Monitor project performance, financial forecasts, and programme progress.
  • Support bid preparation and project governance.
  • Manage subcontractors and ensure contractual obligations are met.

Requirements

  • Degree, HND, or equivalent experience in Project Management or Engineering.
  • Around five years of experience managing engineering or technical projects.
  • Strong knowledge of project planning, budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
  • Experience delivering projects from concept through to completion.
  • APM qualification is desirable.
  • Experience within defence, maritime, aerospace, or other highly regulated engineering environments would be advantageous.

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Posted: September 22nd, 2026