Adecco
Programme Manager

Rate – 550 (A day)

Location – London

Duration – 6 Months (Initially)

Ir35 – Inside (Must use an umbrella company)

The Programme Manager will lead and deliver a portfolio of approximately 120 capital projects, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and timeline. Projects include Automatic Door Replacement, Refurbishment of Student Accommodation, and Modernisation of Facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of multiple capital estates projects.
• Oversee procurement and performance of third-party suppliers and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and building regulations.
• Engage and influence Board-level stakeholders (C-suite), providing clear reporting and strategic updates.
• Monitor budgets, timelines, and risk management across the programme.
• Drive continuous improvement and best practice in project delivery.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing large-scale capital estates programmes.
• Strong background in construction/refurbishment projects within education or similar sectors.
• Demonstrated ability to work with senior stakeholders and governance boards.
• Excellent supplier management and negotiation skills.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to manage multi-million-pound budgets.

Desirable

• Professional qualifications (e.g., Prince2, APM, RICS, CIOB).
• Experience in higher education estates projects.