Programme Manager

Programme Manager
Initial 6 month contract – Strong likelihood of extension
£400 per day
Outside IR35
Remote / Hybrid working – South West

CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place week commencing 27 April 2026

If you thrive on taking ownership of complex, high‑value programmes and want to see your work deliver visible, long‑term impact, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss. As Programme Manager, you will be trusted with end‑to‑end accountability for a significant portfolio of capital projects, shaping how major assets are delivered, improved and future‑proofed.

You will be reporting into a senior leadership team, influencing strategic decisions and steering multi‑disciplinary teams through challenge, complexity and change.

This role places you at the centre of a major transformation agenda. You will be responsible for driving a multi‑year programme of new builds, refurbishments and strategic improvements, balancing time, cost, quality and risk while keeping stakeholders aligned and confident. With large budgets under your control and multiple delivery partners relying on your leadership, you will play a critical role in turning ambition into reality. If you’re looking for pace, autonomy and genuine impact, read on.

Your Role as Programme Manager:

• Leading a complex capital programme from inception to completion
• Owning programme governance, reporting, risk and performance frameworks
• Managing multi‑million‑pound budgets, forecasts and business cases
• Driving procurement and commissioning strategies across design and construction
• Providing strategic leadership to multi‑disciplinary teams and external partners

Your previous experience as Programme Manager:

• Proven delivery of large‑scale capital programmes within property, construction or infrastructure
• Strong background in programme leadership, stakeholder management and influence at senior level
• Demonstrable experience of public sector procurement and contract management (NEC/JCT)
• High level of financial and commercial acumen across complex programmes
• A strategic mindset with a passion for innovation, sustainability and continuous improvement

This is a role for someone who wants to be visible, trusted and empowered to make decisions. You will be encouraged to challenge, improve and innovate, while being fully supported to deliver outcomes that matter. With immediate CV review and fast‑moving interviews, this is the time to act.
If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact the David Midgley on d.midgley@baltimoreconsultingltd.com or apply today.

(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so please do get in contact.)

Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills, and any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported throughout the process.

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