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Programme Manager - Streets for People
Location: 160 Tooley Street, London Bridge 160 Tooley Street, London, SE1 2QH (Hybrid - Office attendance required on Mondays and Tuesdays)
Pay Rate: £36.35 Umbrella per hour
Contract Duration: 23 June 2025 to 15 September 2025
Hours: 36 per week
Interview Dates: 4 June and 5 June 2025
Southwark Council is looking to appoint an experienced Programme Manager to lead the delivery of the council's ambitious Streets for People programme. This role sits within the Environment, Sustainability and Leisure division's Programme Management Office.
The Streets for People strategy outlines a bold commitment to improving quality of life and taking action on climate change by reimagining how people travel and use public spaces. A key part of this plan includes delivering nine new Streetspace schemes designed to reduce traffic through residential areas, enhance accessibility, and increase green space for local communities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the delivery of the Streets for People programme from planning to implementation
Manage complex projects and workstreams aligned to council objectives
Produce and maintain programme documentation including PIDs, business cases, risk logs and delivery plans
Develop and implement Target Operating Models
Lead and support multi-disciplinary teams to deliver on programme goals
Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders and partners
Monitor budgets, control programme costs and ensure efficient resource allocation
Required Skills and Experience
Educated to degree level or significant experience in programme and change management
Qualifications or certification in PRINCE2, MSP, APM or similar project methodologies
Proven experience delivering transformation programmes in the public sector
Skilled in stakeholder management and team leadership
Strong knowledge of programme and project planning, budgeting and risk management
Ability to simplify complex information and communicate effectively at all levels
Understanding of procurement processes and business case development
Working Pattern
Hybrid working with attendance at the London Bridge office on Mondays and Tuesdays
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV to . Interviews will be held on 4 and 5 June 2025.
This is a fantastic opportunity to help deliver a high-profile and impactful programme that will shape the future of Southwark's streets and communities.
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