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‑prove our cities and infrastructure worldwide.
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 Brighton or Southampton.
In this role you will work closely with clients to use your:
Expertise in managing benefits, costs, and commercial aspects of programmes:

Ensuring financial efficiency and value while managing projects and programmes from inception to completion to drive successful delivery.
Understanding in reporting performance metrics with a sharp eye for detail:

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 and innovation, enhancing team safety, and promoting accountability for effective problem‑solving and performance management.
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 empower team success.
About You

The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following qualifications:
Relevant experience as a programme manager.
Experience in the water sector would be preferable.
Track record of successfully leading and managing teams to achieve desired outcomes.
APM Qualified or equivalent preferred.
Why join us?

Our People Culture: A friendly and collaborative environment.
Great benefits including a competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, private medical insurance, group income protection and life assurance, discounted gym membership and more.
Stantec was named best place to work and international consulting firm of the year at NCE Awards 2024.
Flexible working arrangements.
Great projects across our sector in both the UK and Ireland.
Industry‑leading training and development as well as paid professional subscriptions.
Global integrated working structure with transfer options possible.
Ranked #1 most sustainable AEC firm among industry peers in 2024 and listed in Corporate Knights Top 100 sustainable companies for six years.
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for current and future employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. The company is in compliance with applicable laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

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