Senior Programme Manager

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Senior Programme Manager

Job ID

169620

Posted

07-Jun-2024

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Project Management

Location(s)

London - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Job Title: Senior Programme Manager

Reports To: EMEA Project Management Lead

Location: Canary Wharf, London

Job Summary:

Reporting to the EMEA Project Management Lead, the Senior Programme Manager will be responsible for managing projects on behalf of the client from inception through to completion in accordance with client processes. The individual will be responsible for the execution of all project related processes and financial accountability by utilising the clients Financial approval and tracking tools. Responsible for the delivery of allocated projects within budget and to agreed programme ensuring all Key Performance Indicators are met. Managing all external and internal resources required for the successful completion of each tollgate during the project lifecycle. Extensive liaison with internal and external Clients and appropriate stakeholders is key requirement for this position. An emphasis is to be placed on adherence to clients Governance processes, successful completion of tollgates, prudent and timely updating of project reporting and dashboards and tracking systems and the financial close out of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure On-Time / On-Budget metrics are met in line with the KPI tolerances on all projects.
• Regular Dashboard reporting to key stakeholders on progress, risk, schedules and quality.
• Day to day management of dedicated Project and Support Coordinator team ensuring all database administration and financial governance is carried out within clients finance systems.
• Manage the set up, running and close out of all financial and non-financial project related matters.
• Tracking of Project Funding Requests and updates.
• Ensure that each project is managed in full accordance with the clients processes.
• Reconcile financial system funding with client's READ and CIIPS systems.
• Assist in preparation of Project Budgets and Rough Order of Magnitudes (ROM's).
• Coordinate and prepare various reports and presentations as required.
• Project Vendor Management performance monitoring of designers, consultants and contractors.
• Devise and communicate procurement strategies for approval.
• Coordinate and implement process and procedures for the wider PJM Team.
• Assist with preparation of capital expenditure budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure all aspects of project Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are met and all project members are meeting their obligations under the relevant H&S laws in location.
• Ensure all of clients Environmental and Sustainability targets are met throughout the feasibility, design and implementation of projects.
• Ensure correct contracting process is followed for each region and that service levels are met in compliance with agreements.
• Prepare project scheduling and conflict avoidance with BAU and FM activities and change freezes to maximize programme duration and minimise risk.

Key Requirements

• Essential Experience
• Experience in managing/running commercial construction related projects
• Experience and knowledge of Corporate Client Processes, Governance and Compliance.
• Experienced in Stakeholder management and client interface at senior level.
• Experience in database systems and project administration.
• Experience in construction/design/fit out/project management
• Good communication skills - will be working directly with the Client.
• Hard working - planning of own workload and prioritise as and when required.
• Good commercial understanding.
• Happy to be based at the Clients offices and to travel when required.

Essential Skills

• Excellent client relationship skills.
• Intermediate to advanced level in Microsoft Office applications for report writing.
• Good interpersonal skills, confident and experienced in dealing with people of all levels.
• A team player that interacts effectively with colleagues and clients.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision to their own initiative.
• Proactive and positive attitude with a calm and methodical approach to work.
• Ability to learn new tasks, systems and skills quickly.

Qualifications / Professional Memberships

• Degree level qualification in appropriate subject matter.
• Technical and / or project related qualifications an advantage.

DISCLAIMER

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

ABOUT CBRE

CBRE is the world's leading commercial real estate services firm with offices located around the globe. CBRE currently employs roughly 80,000 people worldwide, with 2,500 working in the UK. The Company's core services include property sales, leasing and management, facilities and project management, investment management and, research and consulting. In central London, CBRE advises on more commercial property than any other adviser and across the United Kingdom with offices in Aberdeen, Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Jersey, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, and Southampton.