Senior Architect

Posted 2 days 17 hours ago by Place North West

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Lancashire, Manchester, United Kingdom, M21 0
Job Description

VACANCY REF: CK

Overview

We're partnering with a forward-thinking construction consultancy on a key hire: a Programme Manager to lead complex, multi-stakeholder programmes from strategy through to successful delivery. You'll bring clear thinking, first-class people skills, and the agility to steer programmes in fast-moving environments. Experience delivering large, high-profile programmes-ideally in healthcare-will set you apart, though backgrounds in IT or education are also welcome.

Responsibilities
  • Own end-to-end programme delivery-scope, governance, budget, risk, and benefits realisation.
  • Build robust business cases, align stakeholders, and secure approvals.
  • Establish and run effective programme controls, reporting, and assurance (PMO).
  • Lead multi-disciplinary teams and supply chains to drive outcomes and value.
  • Communicate crisply: present milestones, risks, and decisions to boards and senior leaders.
  • Champion continuous improvement and business transformation across projects and portfolios.
What you'll bring
  • Proven track record as a Programme Manager on major projects (NHS/healthcare strongly preferred; IT/education considered).
  • Sharp critical-thinking and problem-solving skills; calm under pressure.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills at all levels.
  • Demonstrable experience crafting persuasive business cases and delivering board-level presentations.
  • Solid grasp of programme methodologies and PMO practices (e.g., MSP, PRINCE2, APM).
  • Strong organisation and multi-project juggling in a pacey, change-oriented setting.
  • Degree (Business/Project Mgmt or related). PMP/PRINCE2/MSP advantageous.
Why join
  • Work with a consultancy that's scaling, innovating, and investing in its people.
  • Visible impact on complex, community-shaping programmes.
  • Inclusive, collaborative culture; genuine agile/hybrid working.
  • Competitive package with clear progression.
How to apply

If you're a proactive, results-driven Programme Manager who enjoys the variety and challenge of major programmes-particularly in healthcare-we'd love to hear from you.

Send your CV to Caroline Kingsley

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