Senior Programme Lead

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Senior Programme Lead

Birmingham area

About The Role

Birmingham Airport is entering a major phase of transformation, and we're looking for a Senior Programme Lead to shape and deliver a portfolio of capital development projects that will influence the experience of millions of passengers. You'll lead complex development programmes, guide multidisciplinary teams, and help ensure our investment plans align with the Airport Master Plan.

Salary is competitive and will be discussed with candidates based on experience and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team delivering a rolling portfolio of capital projects
Deputise for the Head of Development and support the wider Capital Investment Programme
Oversee gateway milestones, governance, and alignment with the Airport Master Plan
Shape contract and delivery strategies, including NEC4 documentation
Manage risk, reporting, project controls, and stakeholder engagement
Drive a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement Experience Required

Strong background in airport development or complex infrastructure environments
Proven track record delivering major projects and programmes
Deep understanding of governance, project controls, risk, and planning
Experience with NEC4 contracts and CDM/Building Safety Act requirements
Skilled communicator able to simplify complex issues for diverse audiences
Confident leader with experience managing multidisciplinary professional teams

Desirable Experience

Working towards or holding membership of a relevant Chartered Body
PRINCE2 or APM qualification
CSCS card holder
CITB Site Safety Plus Certificate
Postgraduate degree in Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or Business
Understanding of business case finance models and cost‑benefit analysis
Ability to produce well‑structured business cases focused on benefits and outcomesInterested or know someone suitable for this role? Send the updated CV to Luana Ferreira on (url removed) or call her on (phone number removed).

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Location:
Birmingham
Salary:
£70,000 - £80,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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