Principal Programme Manager - Environmental Programmes

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Principal Programme Manager - Environmental Programme (Interim, 7 Months)
Day Rate: £400-£500 (Inside IR35)
Location: Hybrid - mix of home and national travel
Contract: 7 months (with possible extension)
Lead a High-Impact Environmental Programme
We are seeking an experienced Principal Programme Manager to take the reins on a nationally significant environmental programme focused on remediation and sustainability. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping delivery, influencing stakeholders at the highest level, and leaving a lasting impact on the UK environment.

What You'll Do

• Act as the lead delivery representative on a high-profile government-backed environmental programme.
• Manage budgets, risk, and programme governance, ensuring delivery to time, cost, and quality.
• Build and lead a multi-disciplinary team, inspiring collaboration and accountability.
• Engage with senior stakeholders across government departments, agencies, and delivery partners.
• Champion continuous improvement, innovation, and best practice in programme delivery.

About You
You are a confident leader, equally comfortable in the boardroom and on the ground. You'll bring:

• Proven track record in programme or project leadership (£5m+ budgets).
• Background in environmental projects, remediation, civil engineering, or infrastructure delivery.
• Strong skills in stakeholder management, governance, and risk control.
• Experience with public sector organisations (DEFRA, EA, local authority, or consultancy).
• Immediate or short notice availability for an interim/contract role.

Why Apply?

• Play a key role in a nationally significant environmental programme.
• Work with senior government and agency stakeholders on high-visibility projects.
• Hybrid working with flexibility on location and working patterns.
• Competitive day rate of £400-£500 inside IR35.

If you're ready to lead a programme with real environmental and societal impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to register your interest.