Technical Programme Manager
Summary
Skanska's Building Services unit (Watford or central London) seeks a Technical Programme Manager to develop, manage and monitor Lifecycle and Capital Works programmes across its Facilities Management portfolio. The role centres on programme governance, resource planning, schedule control, performance reporting and stakeholder management on multi-disciplinary construction programmes.
At Skanska, we’re shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, we work together with customers, communities and partners to shape a better society.
You will be working in the Building Services Operating Unit, within the Projects & Lifecyle Team based on a key MoD contract in Whitehall , Westminster.
In our Building Services team, we bring Skanska’s purpose to build for a better society to life - creating healthy workplaces, comfortable homes and efficient facilities that improve people’s lives. Through collaboration and innovation, we deliver high-quality solutions that make a lasting, positive impact for people and communities.
We are currently looking for a Technical Programme Manager who will be accountable for developing, managing and monitoring Lifecycle and Capital Works programmes across the Facilities Management portfolio, ensuring projects are planned, resourced and delivered effectively to meet operational, commercial and customer requirements.
You will work closely with project, commercial and operational teams to provide programme governance, performance reporting and strategic planning support, driving successful project delivery and continuous improvement.
As the Technical Programme Manager, you will:
- Lead the development, maintenance and monitoring of Lifecycle and Capital Works programmes across multiple FM contracts.
- Manage programme performance reporting, resource planning and schedule control to support successful project delivery.
- Support operational and project teams to deliver customer-focused services through robust planning processes, systems and performance management.
- Collaborate with project, commercial, operational and client stakeholders to ensure programme objectives, risks and dependencies are effectively managed.
- Drive business improvement through programme analysis, performance monitoring and the implementation of planning best practice.
- Develop and maintain accurate, achievable programmes across the FM portfolio, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations and business requirements.
We are looking for:
- Qualified to HNC/HND level in a Building, Mechanical or Electrical discipline, or hold a relevant degree, equivalent qualification, or comparable experience.
- Strong experience in developing and managing construction or engineering programmes of work.
- Experience within project or programme management environments.
- Health and safety qualification such as IOSH Managing Safely, SMSTS, or equivalent.
- CSCS card, or the ability to obtain one if needed.
- Experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary construction or lifecycle programmes.
- Skilled in producing resource-loaded programmes and undertaking scenario planning.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple organisational levels.
- Eligible to obtain Enhanced DBS and Security Clearance as required.
What we offer:
- 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family
- Financial wellbeing and employee assistance
- Professional development
- Enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity, dependants and parental bereavement leave)
Inclusion and Diversity
We thrive through embracing differences as we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it The Skanska Way.
Flexible working
Where possible, we offer a range of flexible working options, and we would be happy to discuss this at the application stage if this is something you’d like to explore.
Reasonable adjustments
We want you to feel confident and supported throughout every stage of our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments to help you during your application, please contact us at recruitment@skanska.co.uk or call 0330 105 2000 – Option 5 & 1.
Closing date
We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as the closing date may be subject to change.
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