Programme Manager - Water

Programme Manager – Water Sector

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, programme management, architecture and environmental consulting. We strive to innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships, aiming to future‑proof our cities and infrastructure worldwide. Together, we redefine what’s possible.

The Programme Management and Commercial Management (PMCM) team is looking for a Programme Manager to work with our clients in the water sector to deliver large scale capital investments.

This role can be based from our offices in Reading, London or High Wycombe but will require travelling to Reading at least two days a week.

• Expertise in managing benefits, costs, and commercial aspects of programmes: This includes ensuring financial efficiency and value. You will need strong skills in managing projects and programmes from inception to completion, ensuring successful delivery.
• Understanding in reporting performance metrics with a sharp eye for detail: This involves maintaining accuracy and quality in all deliverables and continuously seeking ways to improve processes and build team capabilities.
• Leadership in collaborative improvement and change management: Fostering a culture of coaching, innovation, and accountability to drive continuous improvement and safety.
• Analysis through independent research and synthesis of information: Developing strategies, resolving conflicts proactively, and prioritising solutions that drive project success and stakeholder alignment.
• Risk management and proactive negotiation: Assessing risks, providing recommendations, and facilitating stakeholder engagement to support informed decision‑making and team empowerment.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following qualifications:

• Relevant experience as a programme manager.
• Experience in the water sector would be preferable.
• Demonstrated track record of successfully leading and managing teams to achieve desired outcomes.
• APM Qualified or equivalent would be preferred.

• Great benefits including a competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, private medical insurance, group income protection and life assurance, discounted gym membership and more.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Industry leading training and development as well as paid professional subscriptions.
• Great projects across our sector in the UK & I.

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