We are looking to strengthen our Operations team with a Programme Manager based within the Anglian region, with hybrid working available.
As a Programme Manager, you will lead a diverse portfolio of projects across engineering, process, systems, and people. You will drive performance, efficiency, and value—ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key areas of focus include:
* Strategic programme planning, benefit realisation, and value optimisation
* Leadership of high-performing teams and project managers
* Stakeholder engagement with partners, suppliers, regulators, and internal teams
* Championing sustainability, digital transformation, and innovation
* Delivering measurable improvements in environmental outcomes, resilience, and customer value
This role offers genuine scale and purpose, enabling a sustainable future for millions while addressing climate change.
Responsibilities include:
* Overseeing complex, high-value projects from business case development through delivery and benefit tracking
* Managing risks, interdependencies, resources, and budgets across the full programme lifecycle
* Leading cross-functional teams, including direct management of Project Managers
* Driving programme governance and performance reporting
* Fostering a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and collaboration
* Building relationships with Anglian Water, the @one Alliance, third parties, and regulators
* Identifying new opportunities and shaping future workstream roadmaps
Qualifications and experience:
* Degree-qualified in engineering, construction, or quantity surveying
* Proven track record in programme management within large infrastructure environments
* Strong commercial awareness, leadership skills, and stakeholder influencing abilities
* Passion for driving sustainable, measurable change
* Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams across multiple workstreams
* Ability to develop compelling business cases and track benefits delivery
* Desirable: Experience with recycled water or water-sector assets
* Change leadership experience in digital, people, or systems programmes
* Familiarity with regulated utilities and capital investment cycles
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